(Abelia) This Abelia gets an “A” for good behavior. The neat and dense growth of Abelia Brilliantina is much less prone to exhibit long shoots that need to be trimmed throughout the season making it a great no-fuss addition to the landscape. Not only is Brilliantina Abelia a well-behaved shrub, it displays beautiful variegated foliage of green and yellow with a splash of orange on the new growth that is contrasted by dark red stems. In early summer, this stunning foliage is joined by fragrant, white bell-shaped blooms that will attract pollinators to the garden. Brilliantina Abelia is a semi-evergreen shrub for zones 6-9 and grows 3-4 feet high by 3-5 feet wide growing best in a full to part sun location with average moisture and well-drained soil. Once established, Abelia Brilliantina can tolerate some dry soil conditions. This deer-resistant shrub is well suited as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a low hedge. Any trimming should be done in early spring as the flowers are produced on new growth. Abelia Brilliantina is a Proven Winners ColorChoice Flowering Shrub.