Weigela rubicor (Weigela)

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Type	Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering
Form	Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	Red Flowers (Summer), Golden Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Very hardy
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Weigela rubicor Description

This compact decidious shrub has interesting red tinged foliage as well as masses of red blossom. Ideal for planting in a dry spot, sitting well among mixed plantings where it can provide height and mid summer floral impact.

Weigela rubicor - Cultivation Notes

Weigelia flourishes in most well drained fertile, and chalky soils. Prune after flowering, removing 1/4 to 1/3 of old wood each year. Occasional mulching will help maintain vigor.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Weigela rubicor:

All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
Tolerates heavy clay soils

Weaknesses of Weigela rubicor

Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils

Design & Plant Use for Weigela rubicor:

Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils

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Common Missspellings: Wyglelia, Wegelia Wigelia, Wiegelea, Weigelia

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