Weigela praecox - 'Variegata' (Weigela) Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush Size Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height) Colours Dark pink Flowers (Summer), Variegated green-white Foliage Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant Hardiness Very hardy Growth Medium Growing Plant Earmark this plant   Weigela praecox description: The variegated wiegelias tend to have both a decent shape (especially if regularly pruned) as well as outstanding high impact foliage. You can use this shrub as a standout foliage plant with long lasting interest and treat the pinky summer blossom as a additional treat. That is if you like variegation. Weigela praecox cultivation notes: Weigelia flourishes in most well drained fertile, doing especially well on chalky soils. This variegated variety requires a spot in full or part sun but avoid really scorching locations as foliage can scorch. Prune after flowering, removing 1/4 to 1/3 of old wood each year. Occasional mulching will help maintain vigor. Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Tolerates heavy clay soils. Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations; Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils. Design & Plant Use for Weigela praecox: Tall summer flowering shrub suitable for back of border planting Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils Common Missspellings: Wyglelia, Wegelia Wigelia, Wiegelea, Weigelia If you've enjoyed the FindMePlants website, why don't you help make it better and buy the FMP boys a cuppa?

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