Mardi Gras Abelia

Mardi Gras Abelia is a vibrant, compact shrub with variegated foliage and bright pink flowers that bloom from spring through fall. It’s low-maintenance and perfect for colorful borders.
Plant Type
Perennial
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
Max Height
4 feet
Max Spread
4 feet

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Mardi Gras Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora ‘Kaleidoscope’) stands out with its colorful leaves edged in creamy yellow and bright green centers that shift with the seasons. This deciduous shrub produces clusters of small, trumpet-shaped pink flowers from late spring to fall, attracting pollinators and adding lasting color to the landscape. Growing 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, Mardi Gras thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to various soil types. It’s drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and requires minimal pruning, making it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, borders, and mixed beds.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Variegated foliage with pink trumpet flowers spring through fall

Landscape Uses:

Borders, foundation beds, pollinator gardens, mixed shrub beds

Allergy Considerations:

Low

Kid/Pet Safety:

Non-toxic

Mess Factor:

Low — minimal leaf and flower drop

Maintenance Level:

Low — light pruning after flowering if desired

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Moderate — prefers consistent moisture but tolerates some drought

Soil Tolerance:

Well-drained soils; adaptable to various soil types

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate once established

Deer Resistance:

High — rarely browsed

Pest/Disease Resistance:

High — generally trouble-free

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