Weigela
Weigela florida
Also known as
Purple weigela
Weigela florida 02 by Kor!An (Андрей Корзун) (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H6
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
3m | Max | 2.5m |
1.5m | Min | 1.5m |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Weigela Overview
Weigela florida is sometimes known as just Weigela. It is a deciduous shrub species from the Caprifoliaceae family. Grown for the abundant pink blooms and attractive leaves. Grows best in full sun, but will cope with partial shade, with reduced flowering. Plant in moist, well-draining soil. Many cultivars for garden use have been developed form this species. Weigela florida ‘Variegata' is a particularly popular cultivar with attractive variegated white and green leaves.
How to propagate Weigela
Cuttings
Seed
Special features of Weigela
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Attracts bees
Hedge plant
Other uses of Weigela
Hedging, specimen, ornamental