national PLANT NETWORK's grower approved selections take the guesswork out of gardening, abelia canyon creek is a colorful low maintenance shrub known for its glossy foliage that changes with the seasons and its graceful arching form, it grows about 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide, making it a versatile choice for borders, foundation plantings, mixed shrub beds, hedges, and mass plantings, new foliage emerges bronze, turns rich green for summer, then develops striking copper, orange, and red tones in fall for extended seasonal interest, from late spring through summer, small soft white to pale pink flowers appear and attract butterflies and other pollinators, this adaptable shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and well drained soil, water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots, then water as needed once established, abelia canyon creek delivers dependable color, texture, and garden performance with minimal care.