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A very strong reblooming weigela, it will flower in spring and then throughout the summer without deadheading. The lipstick-red flowers add bold color to landscapes all season long. This variety has a nice, compact habit with good branching.
| Dimensions | 4 × 4 ft |
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| Botanical Name | Weigela florida 'Verweig-6' PP#25,132, CBR#4716 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Flower Color | Red |
| 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.
