An excellent accent shrub for shrub borders or house foundation plantings. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.
Weigela florida 'Polka'
Weigela
Tips for Homeowners:
Prune or shear to shape right after flowering. To rejuvenate, cut the shrub back close to ground in late winter.
Rate this Plant:
This shrub provides nonstop color all season on a compact plant with lush green leaves.
- Pink flowers with yellow throat
- Dwarf form with green leaves
- Blooms continuously from spring to fall
Height: 3-5 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Pink
Interesting Notes about Weigela:
The Weigela is a fast-growing shrub that is loaded with flowers in the spring and sporadically in the summer months. The flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and activity will increase when planted in large groups. These shrubs thrive in full sun in northern regions and will like some shade in hot summer climates.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Blooms all Season
- Mass Planting
- Spring Bloomer
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
- Fragrant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Specimen
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Humming-birds
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water