A vigorous, upright weigela hung with masses of ruby-red to deep rose trumpet flowers in late spring that draw bees and nectar-feeding birds. Hardy and easy in sun or light shade.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Bristol Ruby Weigela
Weigela florida 'Bristol Ruby' is a fast-growing shrub in the Caprifoliaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Red and pink flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Bristol Ruby Weigela
Bristol Ruby Weigela suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Bristol Ruby Weigela does best in free-draining and clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Bristol Ruby Weigela is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Bristol Ruby Weigela after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Bristol Ruby Weigela in the garden
Bristol Ruby Weigela earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, feeding bees and pollinators and drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Bristol Ruby Weigela with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Bristol Ruby Weigela
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