Weigela florida Snippet Dark Pink
photo of Weigela 'Snippet Dark Pink' courtesy of Proven Winners
Weigela

Snippet™ Weigelas are a brand new type of Weigela that rebloom abundantly and naturally grow as a dwarf, rounded mound. They fit perfectly in just about any sunny spot in your landscape to add appealing structure and months of color. 'Snippet Dark Pink'  has thick, deep green foliage that perfectly sets off the vivid pink blooms. They appear in late spring along with other weigelas, but then they continue to bloom all through summer with waves of fresh flowers. No deadheading required! 

  • Height: 30-61 cm (12-24 in)
  • Spread: 30-61 cm (12-24 in)
  • Hardiness: Zone 4
  • Sun or Shade: sun
  • Bloom Time: late spring to late summer
  • Leaf Colour: green
  • Bloom Colour: pinkish white
  • Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
  • Nature Attraction: butterflies and bees

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Weigela flower and look best in full sun. A minimum of six hours a day, with eight or more is preferable. Snippet™ weigela do not need pruning, trimming, or deadheading in order to rebloom. However, if you want to give them a trim, do so immediately after their late spring bloom. Weigela benefit from having the oldest stems removed every other year or so after their first 3-5 years in the ground. Old, thick stems are not as productive in terms of flowers or foliage so can cause the plant to look less colorful and lush. Weigela are very late to leaf out in spring, so be patient if you don't see signs of life on your plant, despite the fact that other plants in your landscape may be starting to grow.

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