Origin: Native to Japan
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Light: Sun/part shade
Height: 3-4'
Spacing: 3-4'
Blooms: Dense clusters, 3-toned, white to pale pink with red throat, bell-shaped, on old growth, late Spring-Fall
Foliage: Variegated, green with irregular cream edges, deciduous, 2.5" long, dark green, oval-shaped
Soil: Well-drained, rich, acidic, drought tolerant
Water: Regular
Uses: Landscaping, mixed shrub border, cut flowers, mass
Propagation: Hardwood cuttings
Insects/Disease: None
Comments: Weigela florida 'Variegata' or Old Fashioed
Weigela is a deciduous shrub with an arching, compact growth habit. It is a native of Japan. From late Spring to Fall, Weigela florida 'Variegata' produces dense clusters of 3-toned colors of white to pale pink with red throat, bell-shaped blossoms, borne on old growth. Hummingbirds and butterflies are magnetized by the nectar-rich blossoms. The cut flowers make a lovely bouquet. Old Fashioned Weigela has attractive variegated oval-shaped foliage. It is easily propagated from cuttings and thrives best in well-drained, average to rich highly acidic soil in a sunny or part shade environment. Weigela florida 'Variegata' is low maintenance and tolerates drought condition. It can be pruned to desired size and shape after flowering season is over. Use Old Fashioned Weigela as a specimen plant or as a focal point a showy display. Mass plant for an gorgeous hedge. It is a terrific showstopper.
USDA Zones: 5-9
JennysGarden.com...Plant image and gardening description of Weigela florida 'Variegata' (Old Fashioned
Weigela) growing in Jenny's Garden
Image of hummingbird and butterfly attractor, Weigel florida 'Variegata' or Old Fashioned Weigela
Image of hummingbird and butterfly attractor, Weigel florida 'Variegata' or Old Fashioned Weigela 