Product description
Weigela Red Prince are compact and dense deciduous shrubs with round growing habit, perfect for hedging and screening garden use. These are easy to grow bushy shrubs that need low maintenance and upkeep. They bloom beautiful sets of deep red flowers in late spring and summer that will add ornamental floral features to your garden. These are medium-sized shrubs that are most suitable for flowering border shrubs.
Weigela shrubs are known for their gorgeous trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters. Red Prince produces deep red flowers that look very elegant and attract hummingbirds. These flowers look even more brilliant over dark green ovate to elliptic leaves of Red Prince that will instil life into your garden all summer long. Often, Red Prince will repeat bloom in late summer which will extend the blooming period.
These are hardy, carefree and low maintenance border shrubs that will decorate your gardens with flowers each season. Plant them in full sun and watch how the blooming performance is augmented and enriched. Red Prince Weigela loves sunny spots in the garden, planted in a well-drained moist soil. Keep the roots of the plant cool by adding a layer of mulch made of composted bark.
Moderately water the shrub in summers and dry season. Once established, the plant will be able to cope with neglect and mature into forgiving shrubs.
Red Prince Weigela is an excellent flowering plant for groupings in borders or rather grow it as a specimen plant. It is suitable as hedges in cottage gardens and informal gardens. It is an effective foundation plant with lustrous foliage and flowers.
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.