Midnight Sun® Weigela
Shrub
- Orange and red foliage steals the show in summer and fall!
- Compact habit is perfect for small spaces.
- New introduction from Proven Winners.
- Zones 4-8, sun, 1.5' tall and 1.5' wide a maturity.
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Description
This shrub makes a big impact, but packs it into a small and tidy habit, only reaching 12-18 inches tall and wide. It's easy to grow, low maintenance, and deer resistant. Plant it in full sun for the best flowers and foliage color.
Details
Patent #: PP#35146
Common name: Weigela
Zone: 4 – 8
Sun exposure: Full sun (6+ hours sun)
Height x width: 1-1.5' tall and 1-1.5' wide
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Green, orange, red
Season of Interest: Spring-fall
Bloom time: Late spring, early summer
Features: Space savers, rabbit resistant, Proven Winners, heat tolerant, fall color, deer resistant, container plants, best for beginners
Uses: Specimen, hedge, border, container
How to Grow
Light: Sun (6+ hours direct sunlight a day)
Water: Average
Space: 1.5 - 2'
Fertilizing: Apply a granular rose or garden fertilizer in early spring if desired. Never fertilize weigela past mid-summer, as this increases the likelihood of winter damage to any new growth the plant puts on as a result.
Winterizing: A good 2-3″ layer of mulch is recommended.
Maintenance & Pruning: Weigela bloom on old wood, so they should only be pruned after blooming. Once plants are mature (after at least five years in the ground), you may want to remove a few of the oldest stems each year to keep producing vigorous young growth.
Note: Weigelas are one of the last shrubs to leaf out in spring, so don’t panic if you aren’t seeing signs of life, even if everything else in your yard has started to grow.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
The plants were full of spots and brown leaves. I don’t want to put them in my garden. Please refund my money.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
After replacing with a larger plant, this one is amazing
I’ve had this for about a month and it’s turned so red and beautiful!
The shrub did not survive
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants! Our customer service team is ready to help, so please contact us at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. We look forward to assisting you. https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
Great looking plant. Excited to see the color show as the foliage changes through the seasons!
Updated photos after about 3 months.
I have to wait a year or two but I must say my plant arrived very healthy. She is still very small but she is happy in her spot in the garden. Even though she is very small you can still see color on her leaves. Just adorable.
I received these and they both look awful. I planted them, hoping they would come back to life and start growing. But so far they look bad. No happy.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to us to start the claims process. We look forward to helping!
Sent me half dead plants. I sent an email and they replaced the first one. I ended up purchasing 3 more. All of them came half dead. Their packaging is terrible. All 4 plants showed up with all the dirt dumped out of their pots. I am planting really late. But if they dont have healthy plants they shouldnt be selling them.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to us to start the claims process. We look forward to helping!
Awsome. They are beautiful
My two Midnight Sun plants arrived in great condition and have thrived since day one. Ordered from Great Garden Plants and they came very quickly and were in superb condition. What a great add to a border garden!
Beautiful, good sized plants. Well packaged and protected. Prompt delivery. Good prices. Will definitely purchase from Great Garden Plants again. Thanks!
All in beautiful condition!
Growing quite well. Came PKG nicely no damage would order again from this company
Plants came healthy
My weigela has only been planted for about 2 weeks. They still look alive. I’m waiting to see if any new growth forms, though we’ve had a frost already, so may have to wait till spring.
I purchased the Midnight Sun Weigela more for their fall color than their flowers.
The leaves have transitioned from green to purplish-burgundy. I was very impressed by how much care was taken to package them perfectly so they arrived in great condition!
The color is beautiful, looking forward to the blooms next year.
Arrived in great shape ,is growing very fast. Colerful little plant ,love it .
This was the first time I had purchased plants online. I was really happy with the results. The plants were in great condition, well packed, and damp. I received very thorough instructions on how to care for and plant my purchases and when to expect them. I highly recommend this company and the service they provided.
I ordered three midnight sun weigelas and was pleasantly surprised on how well packaged they came and how healthy the plants arrived. Will be ordering more plants.
Beautiful plants growing nicely enjoying the area its in
Great healthy little plant can’t wait to watch it grow.
The first midnight sun weigela I got was a small quart and didn't survive, so I got a 1 gallon and it's showing big promise even after extreme heat.
I'm so happy 😊
Healthy but small
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to us to start the claims process if necessary.
The plants came in perfect condition. They have been planted for about 2 weeks. They are really beautiful. I would recommend Great Garden plants.
Such a pretty plant and arrived in great condition! This is my new go to for online plant ordering!
Plants were in great condition when they arrived. Now in my garden x 3 weeks and adapting well. I am looking forward to their fall color enhancement as well as good growth for the next few. years.
Can I grow this in a container in Central Florida (zone 9)?
Midnight Sun® Weigela has a compact size that makes it a great choice for container gardens. It's recommended growing range is USDA zones 4-8. You can find your growing zone here:
https://www.greatgardenplants.com/pages/shopping-by-zone