Weigela ‘Spilled Wine’

Weigela ‘Spilled Wine’ (Weigela florida ‘Spilled Wine’). Weigela florida ‘Spilled Wine’, commonly known as Spilled Wine Weigela, is a compact ornamental shrub highly valued for its dark purple foliage and vibrant blooms. This variety forms a dense shrub with a low, rounded, and slightly spreading habit, making it an excellent plant for borders, mass plantings, or rock gardens. Its deciduous burgundy to dark purple foliage remains decorative all season, creating a spectacular contrast with the numerous magenta-pink tubular flowers that appear in spring.

To plant Weigela ‘Spilled Wine’, choose an appropriate exposure: sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is well-drained and tolerant of various conditions. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the soil moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the collar clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the soil's richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work with.

Allow for a width of 1.2 m (4 ft) when planning this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 60 cm (2 ft) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Associate this variety with plants that have compatible light and water needs. If considering a container, first ensure that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.