The10 or 12 species of this genus within the Caprifoliaceae family are deciduous long_lived shrubs with opposite oblong to elliptic leaves. Their natural habitat is scrubland and the edges of woods in eastern Asia. Cultivated for thier bell- or funnel-shaped flowers that are produced in late spring and early summer, they have pink, red, white, or sometimes yellow blooms, which growon the previous year` wood.The leaves make a subtle background to the colorful flowers; mostly dark green, some hybrids have yellow-green, golden yellow or variegated leaves.
CULTIVATED
Weigela shrubs need moist but well-drained fertile soil in sun or partial shade. Propagate by sowing seed in autumn in an area protected from winter frosts or from half-hardened cuttings in summer. Seed may not come true, as they hybridize freely.
TOP TIP
These neat shrubs make excellent border plants and ornamentals. There are a great many hybrieds, offering a choice of plant size and flower color.
CULTIVATED
Weigela shrubs need moist but well-drained fertile soil in sun or partial shade. Propagate by sowing seed in autumn in an area protected from winter frosts or from half-hardened cuttings in summer. Seed may not come true, as they hybridize freely.
TOP TIP
These neat shrubs make excellent border plants and ornamentals. There are a great many hybrieds, offering a choice of plant size and flower color.
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