Shrubs

Abelia x grandiflora 'Mincautri'

Tres Amigos® glossy abelia

Tres Amigos® glossy abelia. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners.

Green, cream and pink leaves change color through the season, with particularly pink new growth in summer. Small, fragrant white flowers appear among the foliage. Its compact mound brings a long season of color to low borders and containers.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part sun
Mature size: 2–3 ft. tall × 2–5 ft. wide
Water: Moderate; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9
Bloom: White; summer–fall

Sizes & prices

#3Proven Winner multi-color Abelia with tiny leaves$49.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant; not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Variegated foliage; leaf retention depends on winter conditions.
Fragrance: Fragrant flowers.

Growing & care

Pruning: Lightly shape in spring after new growth begins, if needed.
Flowering wood: New growth.

Sources & photo credits

Proven Winners

Photo: Photo courtesy of Proven Winners · Nursery promotion permitted with adjacent credit: Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.