Shrubs
Abelia zanderi 'Sherwoodii'
Sherwood dwarf abelia
Arching stems carry glossy green leaves that can develop bronze tones as temperatures cool. Fragrant, lightly pink-tinged white flowers appear in summer. Its compact, bushy outline fits smaller borders, especially in a sunny position protected from harsh winter exposure.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun; sheltered position
- Mature size
- 3–5 ft. tall × 3–5 ft. wide
- Water
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness
- RHS H5 (UK rating: −15 to −10°C; not a USDA-zone rating)
- Bloom
- White tinged pink; summer
Sizes & prices
- #5Sherwood Abelia$59.99
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
- Drought
- Tolerant once established.
Seasonal interest
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen; leaf retention varies with winter conditions.
Growing & care
- Pruning
- Lightly shape in late winter or early spring; flowers form on new growth.
Sources & photo credits
University of Maryland Extension
Photo: Photo: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Image notes: Photo: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and re-encoded, not cropped.
Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.