Funnel-shaped, dark pink flowers on graceful arching stems in May and June and beautiful, bronze-green leaves. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Weigela florida ‘Purpurea’
Funnel-shaped, dark pink flowers on graceful arching stems in May and June and beautiful, bronze-green leaves.
Additional information
| Generic | Weigela |
|---|---|
| Species | florida |
| Varietry | 'Purpurea' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 1m |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | bronze, green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | |
| Border | Ornamental |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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