Weigela rubicor

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m 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 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.

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.

Common Missspellings: Wyglelia, Wegelia Wigelia, Wiegelea, Weigelia
Weigela rubicor
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