Wine & Roses® Weigela florida
Weigela florida Wine & Roses ('Alexandra') - Wine & Roses Weigela (PW) - An excellent dark leafed shrub. Burgundy-purple leaves hold their colour all summer darkening as autumn approaches. Beautiful pink flowers. Weigela's have a shallow root system of 12". They will reach their max height in just a few seasons. Prune in spring after it's done flowering. Plant 4' away from any foundation. Water deeply once a week for 20-30 min. Use Bone Meal when you first plant and don't fertilize for the first two years. Fertilize once a year in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Zone 4. 1.5m W x 1.5m H. Rounded shape with rosy-pink flowers in May and June. Insignificant fruit on burgundy-purple foliage turning purple in the fall. Full sun. Adaptable soil. 3Gallon.
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, and Pollinators. Deer resistant.<head><meta charset="UTF-8" /></head>
This plant is hardy in zones 4 - 8
Zones are based on the average annual extreme minimum temperature an area is expected to receive during the winter. They are used to determine whether a plant is likely to be perennial in your area. If the number in the green box below is within the zone range listed for the plant, it will be hardy for you and thrive in your climate.
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DETAILS
FEATURES
Rosy pink flowers appear in late spring and often rebloom in summer. Rich dark purple foliage all summer. Season long color. Deer resistant. Attracts hummingbirds.
Award WinnerFoliage InterestAttracts:ButterfliesHummingbirdsResists:DeerCHARACTERISTICS
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:TallGarden Height:48 - 60 Inches1.2m - 1.5mSpacing:60 - 72 Inches 1.5m - 1.8mSpread:48 - 60 Inches 1.2m - 1.5mFlower Colors:PinkFlower Shade:PinkFoliage Colors:PurpleFoliage Shade:Black/PurpleHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPLANT NEEDS
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBlooms On:Old WoodBloom Time:Early SpringMid SpringLate SpringHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerCut FlowerLandscapeUses Notes:Shrub borders, grouping, masses, specimen plants, and containers (plant in ground in fall.) This makes an excellent mass planting, and can also be used as a cut flower.
Maintenance Notes:Prefers well-drained soils but fairly adaptable to other soil types. It is best to prune immediately after flowering. Will flower sporadically on current season's growth. Medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for the recommended rate of application.
Isn't it romantic! Rosy-pink flowers add a touch of romance when displayed against the dark glossy foliage. The foliage is much darker than that of older varieties like 'Java Red'. It contrasts beautifully with the rosy-pink flowers, making for a high impact display in the garden. This variety produces copious amounts of flowers in spring, and will re-bloom throughout the summer. The trumpet-like flowers are adored by hummingbirds! Try using Wine & Roses weigela's colorful branches in flower arrangements. It can also be enjoyed as an accent plant or used for a dramatic mass planting. It is fast growing and trouble free, making it an easy way to add season long color to the garden.
Here is a nice comparison of our entire Wine series of weigela.
Wine & Roses® Weigela florida 'Alexandra' USPP 10,772, Can 2,642PICTURES AND INFORMATION COPIED FROM PROVEN WINNERS