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The classic! Plant a piece of horticultural history in your yard with Wine & Roses weigela. The first-ever dark foliaged weigela, this incredibly beautiful and unique selection ushered in a new dawn for the old-fashioned favorite. A Wine & Roses weigela in full bloom is a sight to behold: deep purple foliage, accompanied by a veritable orchestra of pink trumpet flowers. Weigela is very easy to grow – just give it full sun and regular moisture, and let them delight you, year after year.
| Dimensions | 2 × 1 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Weigela florida 'Alexandra' PP#10,772, CBR#2642 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Height | 4-5' |
| Width/Spread | 4-5' |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Average, Well-drained |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring |
| Uses | Borders, Foundations, Hedges, Specimen |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Deer resistant |
Pruning is generally not necessary, but may be trimmed after flowering in spring.
