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Weigela

Weigela Florida

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Overview

Weigela florida, commonly known as Weigela, is a deciduous shrub reaching heights of 4-6 feet, with a similar spread. This versatile plant features trumpet-shaped, pink to red flowers blooming in late spring. Lush foliage ranges from green to variegated patterns. Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. Pruning post-bloom encourages new growth. Attracts hummingbirds and is deer resistant. Zones 4-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Weigela (Weigela Florida) — withstanding temperatures down to -30°F; plant in well-drained soil, and consider incorporating organic matter to, image 70

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — Pruning should be done immediately after flowering to shape the plant and encourage next year's bloom

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — This versatile plant features trumpet-shaped, pink to red flowers blooming in late spring; typically 2 to 4 inches long, image 61

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — although compact varieties may be smaller.<br><br>This ornamental plant blooms profusely in late spring; commonly referred to as

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — commonly referred to as Weigela; this low-maintenance shrub is ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a specimen in a mixed

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — this well-loved cultivar flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8; the funnel-shaped flowers come in an assortment of hues

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — Attracts hummingbirds and is deer resistant; attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — Adaptable to various soils, it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — although compact varieties may be smaller.<br><br>This ornamental plant blooms profusely in late spring; commonly, image 72

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — shrub for full or half; regular watering is essential during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — requiring a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — is a deciduous shrub that is lauded for its showy trumpet-shaped blossoms and ease of care; is a deciduous shrub, image 96

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — making it a captivating addition to any landscape design

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — is a deciduous shrub that is lauded for its showy trumpet-shaped blossoms and ease of care; is a deciduous shrub, image 67

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — typically 2 to 4 inches long; attracts hummingbirds and is deer resistant

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — is a deciduous shrub that is lauded for its showy trumpet-shaped blossoms and ease of care; is a deciduous shrub reaching heights

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — It reaches a mature height of 6 to 9 feet and spreads out between 9 to 12 feet; commonly known as Weigela, image 71

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — pink flowers in the garden; withstanding temperatures down to -30°F, image 85

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — are set as a lush backdrop; although compact varieties may be smaller.<br><br>This ornamental plant blooms profusely in late spring

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — varying in color from deep green to variegated patterns with tinges of cream; depending on the species.<br><br>Weigela, image 78

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — making it a captivating addition to any landscape design; is a deciduous shrub that is lauded for its showy trumpet-shaped blossoms

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — Regular watering is essential during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system; adaptable to, image 84

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — Lush foliage ranges from green to variegated patterns; pruning should be done immediately after flowering to shape the plant and

Weigela (Weigela Florida) — This low-maintenance shrub is ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a specimen in a mixed border; varying in color from

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