weigela

Weigela 'Olympiade' BRIANT RUBIDOR should be watered twice per week, for around 15 minutes each time. In areas with hot weather or periods of drought, it may require additional water. It is important not to overwater the plant, which can cause root rot. For best results, try to water the plant early in the morning or late in the evening, when evaporation levels are lowest. Soil moisture should be checked regularly before watering to ensure it isn't drying out too quickly. If soil still feels moist, wait another day or 2 before watering again.

Weigela 'Olympiade' BRIANT RUBIDOR grows best in full sun, which means that it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. If it can receive 10 or 12 hours of sun, however, it will be even more robust and vibrant. At least 5 hours of direct sunlight each day is required for the plant to flower reliably and fulifill its potential. Morning sun is usually preferable to the harsher afternoon sun. Partial shade is also tolerated, although the plant may not flower as well in those conditions.

Weigela 'Olympiade' BRIANT RUBIDOR should usually be pruned every year in late winter or early spring. The best time to prune is when buds are beginning to swell but before the new growth appears. This will encourage healthy new growth in the upcoming season. When pruning, remove dead, diseased, or overcrowded branches and trim back some of the previous season's growth. Depending on how large the shrub has grown, prune back by a third or half of the overall size. Make sure to leave enough of the plant for good air circulation and light penetration into the center of the shrub. Make sure to use clean and sharp pruning tools to reduce damage and the likelihood of disease. To avoid over pruning, focus on 1-third of the shrub at a time and work your way around.