Weigela Bubbly Wine
Weigela 'Bubbly Wine' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Weigela

Mainly grown for its variegated foliage, 'Bubbly Wine' has small, brightly coloured leaves in hues of yellow, green, and burgundy. Although occasional reversions occur (like in all variegated plants), this shrub has been quite stable. After the leaves have emerged, Bubbly Wine blooms in late spring to early summer. The small bell-shaped pink flowers freely bloom, attracting pollinators, including hummingbirds.

  • Height: 61-91 cm (24-36 in)
  • Spread: 61-91 cm (24-36 in)
  • Hardiness: Zone 4-8
  • Sun or Shade: minimum 4 hours of full sun
  • Bloom Time: late spring to early summer
  • Leaf Colour: green and yellow
  • Bloom Colour: pink
  • Critter Resistance: deer
  • Nature Attraction: bees and hummingbirds

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Weigela are fast growing, easy care shrubs that are adaptable to a range of soil conditions. They are happiest in average well drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate very light shade. They are  also somewhat tolerant of clay soil. They should be pruned after flowering to shape them. The shrub benefits from a rejuvenation pruning every few years.To do this, cut the oldest, biggest stems down to ground level in late winter. Never remove more than one third of the shrub in any year.

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