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A very strong reblooming weigela, it will flower in spring and then throughout the summer without deadheading. The flowers open pure white with a yellow throat and then change to pink so you have multiple colors on a single plant. The variety has a well-branched, uniform habit that fits nicely into mixed borders. The romantic flowers are a good complement to other plantings.
| Dimensions | 4 × 4 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Weigela florida 'Bokrasopea' PP#24,585, CBR#4598 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Flower Color | Pink, White, Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 4-5' |
| Width/Spread | 4-5' |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Spring; Summer to Fall |
| Uses | Borders, Foundations |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Deer resistant, Reblooming |
If necessary, prune immediately after the spring bloom.
