weigela

Weigela hortensis is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that is native to China and Korea. In order to keep this plant looking its best, it requires proper watering. Water Weigela once or twice a week during the spring and summer months, ensuring that the soil is evenly moist, but not waterlogged. During the fall and winter, water only when the soil has dried out and the plant begins exhibiting signs of wilting. Reducing watering during the winter months will help the plant acclimate to cold temperatures.

Weigela (Weigela hortensis) is a hardy, deciduous, ornamental shrub that is best suited for climates with cool summers. It thrives in locations with full to partial sun, meaning that it needs between 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight throughout the growing season. Weigela also requires well-drained soil and average to occasional watering to keep the soil moderately moist. In most locations, Weigela will bloom in late spring and early summer, with flowers sometimes lasting into early autumn.

Weigela is a fast growing bush that blooms most profusely in spring and early summer. Pruning of weigela should take place in early spring, right after the plant blossoms. Prune out approximately a quarter to 1 third of the oldest and tallest branches, making sure to balance your pruning on both sides and to avoid cutting out an entire side of the bush. This will help to lessen the size of the bush and allow for more airflow between the branches, helping to prevent disease. Pruning should also help to give the plant a more attractive shaped. Remove any diseased branches or deadwood from the plant. If the plant is sparse in new growth, you can also prune more than a third to encourage new shoots. If you need to prune more than a third of the plant, it's best to spread it out over 2 years.