Weigela (Weigela Florida ‘Pink Princess’)

Weigela

Features and Characteristics

Weigela florida is native to northern China, Korea and Japan. It is a dense, rounded, deciduous shrub that typically grows to 6-10’ tall and may spread over time to as much as 12’ wide. Branching is somewhat coarse, and branches on mature shrubs tend to arch toward the ground. Funnel-shaped, rose pink flowers (each to 25” long) bloom profusely in spring, with a sparse and scattered repeat bloom often occurring in mid to late summer. Elliptic to obovate, medium green leaves (to 5” long) with serrate margins retain good color throughout the growing season. Insignificant fall color. Fruit is inconspicuous. Flowers are attractive to hummingbirds.

The genus name Weigela honors Christian Ehrenfried Weigel (1748-183- , German professor at the University of Geifswald.

The specific epithet florida means “freely flowering”, in reference to the flowering habit of this species.

‘Pink Princess’ is a more compact shrub that typically grows to only 5-6′ tall and as wide. It features funnel-shaped lilac-pink flowers.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerant of clay soils. Needs full sun for best flowering and foliage color, but will tolerate some light shade or sun dappled shade. Prune to shape if needed immediately after flowering. Propagate by stem cuttings.

Weigela (Weigela Florida ‘Pink Princess’) Requirements

Hardiness zone	4 - 8
Sun light	Full Sun
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No serious insect or disease problems.

Uses

Borders, property margins and foundations. Hedge or summer screen.

Weigela (Weigela Florida ‘Pink Princess’) Details

Common name	Weigela
Botanical name	Weigela Florida 'Pink Princess'
Plant type	Deciduous Shrub
Family	Caprifoliaceae
Hardiness zone	4 - 8
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	Lilac-Pink
Flowering period	April - June
Height	5 - 6 Ft.
Width	5 - 6 Ft.