Product description
Weigela All Summer Red or Slingco 1 is a prolific flowering plant that will keep your garden look perky throughout the summer. It is a medium-sized deciduous shrub that features green foliage and beautiful crimson-red flowers. Its compact size allows it to fit garden containers although it looks brilliant when it is planted in shrub borders. This dwarf Weigela is a reliable performer and a tough plant, that will produce flowers for a long period of time.
Also known as the Red Prince or Weigela Crimson Kisses, this variety produces funnel-shaped flowers in mid-spring, that are deep red in colour. It will continue to bloom flowers profusely in summer, throughout late summer into autumn. The broad elliptic dark green leaves provide a beautiful dark contrast for the bright flowers. The matured leaves often develop hues of red that provide autumn interest.
All Summer Red will perform profoundly when it is planted in a fertile and moist soil that is well-drained. It can adapt to any garden soil that is relatively moist. It prefers full sunny spots where its growth will turn out to be bushier but it does perform well even in partial shade. Although it is hardy, it is not suitable for containers out in harsh winters.
It is an easy to grow plant even for seasoned gardeners since it does not require a lot of expert pruning. Simply cut back or remove stems after flowering to the base of the plant.
Weigela All Summer Red looks stunning as a single specimen plant that will decorate your beautiful patio. It is a real eye-catching plant that will last for years to come. It is most suitable along beds and in borders.
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune weigela in early spring after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape the plant. This encourages healthy growth and more vibrant blooms the following season.
How to Water
Water weigela plants deeply, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once established, they are somewhat drought-tolerant. Water at the base and avoid wetting the leaves, which can cause fungal diseases.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball. Place the plant, backfill with soil, and firm gently. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to retain moisture. Space plants 90-120cm apart.