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Weigela florida 'Tuxedo'-Compact Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 3 Gallon

Weigela florida 'Tuxedo'-Compact Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 3 Gallon

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Weigela florida 'Tuxedo'

Weigela florida 'Tuxedo'

Description

Weigela florida 'Tuxedo' is a striking deciduous shrub known for its dark, almost black foliage and contrasting white flowers. It provides a dramatic effect in the garden, making it a popular choice for ornamental planting. The plant blooms profusely in late spring to early summer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a border plant, in mixed shrub beds, or as a specimen plant. Its compact size also makes it suitable for container gardening, adding a touch of elegance to patios and balconies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Weigela florida 'Tuxedo'
  • Common Name Common Name: Tuxedo' Weigela
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Roses, Lavender, and other sun-loving perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to branches.
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