Amazing in bloom, this graceful arching shrub has
loads of densely clustered, 1" pink blooms that attract
hummingbirds from late spring into fall. Attractive
leaves are green edged with creamy white. Makes an
ideal specimen or focal point as well as a delightful,
colorful, informal hedge or screen. Tough, versatile
and easy-to-grow plants reach 4-6' high with a 5'
spread. Weigela florida ‘Variegata’
Zones: 4-9 - Shipped in 4" pot - Full sun to partial shade.
Foliage Type: New growth is soft medium green broadly edged with creamy white. Leaves are oval, toothed. Mature color is dark green in the center with lime green margins.
Flower Form: 1" Foxglove-like flower, funnel-shaped in lower half, bell-shaped above with 5 spreading petals.
Flower Color: Deep pink with pale pink to white inside.
Flowering Date: Late spring to early summer and again in fall.
Planting Requirements: Set at the same level it is growing at in the container, firm well and water thoroughly
Soil Requirements: Fertile soil not excessively dry.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Unique Characteristics: Leaves are variegated, withstands city conditions well. Compact sized shrub can fit most landscapes.
Pruning: To shape
Time of Pruning: Right after flowering
Additional Information: Weigela named after German professor Christian Ehrenfried Weigel, who died in 1831.
This the best plant ever!! You will love it as it is maintenance free and bug resistant. It is so beautiful now.
- Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Great little bloomer
Reviewed By:
Sandi (Falls Church, VA)
Wow, I planted the small stick of Weigela last fall and it is at least 6 times larger this year. It also was completely covered in blooms this spring. I can't wait until it achieves full size.
- Thursday, June 04, 2009
Fabulous!!
Reviewed By:
Kelly (Chicago, IL)
Have two of these from Springhill that I purchased years ago. They are absolutely incredible. I had to buy them for my friends because they loved them too. Super easy to care for, GORGEOUS when blooming and beautiful when not in bloom.
- Sunday, June 21, 2009
Love the plant
Reviewed By:
Ilene (Starke, Fl)
I planted 3 of these last Spring and they have done well. The cold knocked them back a little but they came right back. They are growing very nicely. They didn't bloom very much this Spring, but I am hoping they will bloom more in the fall. The plants are pretty even when not blooming.
- Saturday, May 09, 2009
Happy
Reviewed By:
Marilyn A (Cincinnati, Ohio)
I purchased this plant spring 2008. I was not expecting it to flower this soon but to my surprise it grew fast and the whole plant is covered with flowers. I am very pleased.
- Friday, May 08, 2009
Weigela
Reviewed By:
Dale (Charleston, SC)
This is a beautiful, hardy plant in the right climate zone. As with a number of plants, it was not spectacular the first year, but in its second year, it is well on its way.
- Friday, May 08, 2009
Happy Camper!
Reviewed By:
Ginnie S (Brownsburg, Indiana)
This is the third year for this little gem. Bloomed the first year. More last year. Ready to explode this year. A little pruning after blooming is helpful. Full and beautiful, this shrub occupies its space elegantly.
