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This is a compact form of Wine & Roses® weigela with a more spreading habit. It has dark red, wavy leaves and hot pink-magenta flowers. It often grows wider than it is tall, making it a good fit for foundation plantings and mass plantings.
| Dimensions | 2 × 2 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Weigela florida 'Bokraspiwi' PP#23,781, CBR#4655 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Height | 2-3' |
| Width/Spread | 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Compact, Deer resistant |
Pruning is seldom needed, but may be trimmed immediately after flowering. Although it will grow in partial shade, it will have better foliage color in full sun.
