Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ — Semi-evergreen Shrub, 2L Pot
Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ — Semi-evergreen Shrub, 2L Pot
Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ — A hardy garden shrub. Supplied as an established specimen in a 2L pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Semi-Evergreen Shrub
- Mature size: Approx. 1–2 m
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 2L pot
The detail
Abelia varieties are valued for their arching, fountain-like growth habit and extended flowering season, producing delicate, tubular blooms from midsummer through autumn. Whether it’s the golden-variegated foliage of ‘Francis Mason’ or the glossy green leaves of Abelia × grandiflora, both offer strong ornamental appeal with soft, flowing structure. These high-performing, semi-evergreen shrubs typically reach 1–2 m tall and wide, forming rounded frameworks that provide both seasonal colour and permanent garden structure in borders, hedging schemes and feature planting.
Our plants are professionally grown in high-quality peat-free compost and freshly delivered directly from our UK nursery in Yorkshire, in plastic-free, giftable packaging. Supplied as large, well-established 2-litre plants, they feature dense, fibrous root systems and strong branching structure, ensuring fast establishment, reliable growth and long-term performance in a wide range of garden settings.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Mature size | Approx. 1–2 m |
| Spread | Approx. 1–2 m |
| Growth habit | Rounded, Arching, Fountain-Like Shrub |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil | Moist but Well-Drained Soil (tolerates a range of soil types) |
| Watering | Water regularly during establishment; once established, moderately drought-tolerant |
| Feeding | Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering |
| Hardiness | Hardy / Semi-evergreen (may lose some leaves in colder conditions) |
| Best for | Borders, Hedging, Foundation Planting, Courtyard Gardens, Structural Planting |
Frequently asked
How big will it grow?
Approx. 1–2 m. Most established shrubs reach mature size within 3–5 years.
When should I plant it?
Container-grown shrubs can be planted year-round in the UK, but autumn and spring give the best establishment. Avoid planting in extreme heat or frozen ground.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 2L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.