Abelia×grandiflora variety named `Conti`

Abstract

The new plant is readily distinguishable from other Abelai×grandiflora as the Abelia described herein does not have the same characteristics as other Abelias in growth habit, or foliage color as described in horticultural literature.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and unique variety of Abelia×grandiflora named Abelia×grandiflora `Conti` as herein shown and described, is characterized by its very spreading growth habit, its unique creamy variegation of foliage and winter coloration. The dense, compact, spreading growth habit will fill numerous landscape needs for ground covering, variegation coloration, drought tolerance, groupings and mass plantings, requiring less maintenance, especially pruning, than other species, and freedom from disease and insects with a wide soil tolerance.