Weigela
Common Name: Weigela
Species Name: Weigela florida
Family Name: Caprifoliaceae
Examples of Weigela Weigela florida
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Asia |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | None Serious |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 12-foot diameter, 10-foot height
- Leaves: Opposite, simple, elliptic to ovate-oblong or obovate, 2-5 inches long, 1-2 inches wide, serrate, lower veins are pubescent
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, adapted to most soil conditions |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 5º |
| Notes | Dieback occurs after harsh winters and pruning is necessary; wine and roses is a popular cultivar with burgandy leaves and pink flowers |