
Description
Weigela florida ‘Variegata’ is a charming deciduous shrub prized for its striking variegated foliage and soft rose-pink flowers. The leaves are a distinctive feature—green in the center and elegantly edged in creamy-white to golden tones—providing year-round ornamental value even when the plant is not in bloom. In late spring to early summer, this shrub bursts into clusters of trumpet-shaped pink flowers, drawing in pollinators and adding a romantic, vintage flair to borders, beds, and cottage-style gardens.
🌟 Features:
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Botanical Name: Weigela florida ‘Variegata’
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Flower Colour & Form: Soft rose-pink, funnel-shaped blooms
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Foliage: Green with creamy-white or golden variegated edges
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Bloom Time: Late spring into early summer
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Growth Habit: Graceful, arching deciduous shrub
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Mature Size: Typically 1.5–3 meters tall and wide
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Light & Soil Needs: Prefers full sun to partial shade; thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil
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Garden Use: Great for mixed borders, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, or as a focal specimen
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Hardiness: Cold-hardy and resilient once established
🌿 Why You Should Buy It:
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Two-season appeal with standout foliage and floral display
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Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees
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Low-maintenance and adaptable to various garden styles
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Perfect for small to medium gardens
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Creates a soft, natural feel in both formal and informal settings
🧼 Care Instructions:
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Planting: Choose a sunny to lightly shaded position with well-drained soil
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Watering: Regular watering in dry periods, especially in the first season
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Feeding: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring for best flowering
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Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to shape and encourage new growth
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Maintenance: Remove older stems every few years to maintain a fresh look
❓ FAQs:
Q: When does it bloom?
A: Typically from late spring into early summer.
Q: Is it suitable for pollinator gardens?
A: Yes, it attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Q: How big will it get?
A: Usually 1.5–3 meters tall and wide depending on care and location.
Q: Does it lose its leaves in winter?
A: Yes, it's deciduous and drops leaves in autumn.
Q: Can it grow in partial shade?
A: Yes, though flowering is best in full sun.