Species weigela Guide

weigela

Weigela florida 'Bramwell' FINE WINE

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Greenwood Cuttings

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Rose pink Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

purple Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,purple,burgundy

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

watering

Weigela florida 'Bramwell__FINE WINE' likes to be watered regularly as part of its normal growth cycle. During the flowering period, give it extra water, as blooms are formed on new growth. During summer months, when temperatures are highest, water Weigela florida 'Bramwell__FINE WINE' slow and deeply. One watering a week should suffice, except during droughts. Provide water until the top 2 to 3 inches of soil feel moist. During winter months, water it only if the soil is dry.

sunlight

Weigela (Weigela florida 'Bramwell' FINE WINE) are best in full sunlight, so be sure to position them in an area where they receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Make sure to account for any potential shading from nearby structures or trees during any part of the day. Ideally, the full sunlight conditions should be maintained over the course of the entire growing season. To ensure maximum growth and flowering potential, the plant should be exposed to morning sunlight and afternoon shade. This will help to prevent any potential scorching of the leaves which may occur in full sun conditions during the mid-afternoon. Additionally, weigela will thrive in filtered sunlight, meaning that it is not necessarily planted in direct sun all day long.

pruning

For Weigela (Weigela florida 'Bramwell' FINE WINE), pruning is relatively easy and straightforward and should be done each spring. It is important to begin pruning just after winter dormancy ends and before the plant leafs out. Prune off any dead or diseased branches and thin out any weak or damaged growth. Feel free to cut back any foliage that isn’t performing well. You can also selectively remove any branches that are growing awkwardly or have crossed over 1 another. Be sure to leave some of the oldest branches in order to maintain the natural shape of the plant. Finally, trim the hedge back by up to 1-third of its size if necessary. This will help to encourage new growth and flowering.