Abelia mosanensis, Fragrant Abelia Size:.67 qt Acer saccharum 'Monumentale' tends to

Acer saccharum 'Monumentale' tends to have a strong central leader in contrast to the multiple leaders of 'Newton Sentry' that start branching out about 6 feet from the ground

or prune it regularly if you have summer moisture

From fantastic burgundy-bronze lacy leaves ascend elegant spires of late summer fragrant pale pink blooms

extremely dwarf

Abelia mosanensis, Fragrant Abelia Size:.67 qt Acer saccharum 'Monumentale' tends toPink tinged buds open as deliciously fragrant white flowers in late springmasquerading as a Daphne in scent (truly a rival) though much less finicky in the garden. Unlike Daphne, it's deciduous; the fall foliage develops a rich red orange purple hue as it ages. And the flower sepals, blushed pink, also have ornamental value on this underused shrub. Let it assume its natural habit, or prune it regularly if you have summer moisture. Frankly, it can look