Botanical profile

Weigela florida 'Verweig' (My Monet®)

Latin name
Weigela florida 'My Monet'®
Common name
Weigela 'My Monet'®
Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae

Weigela florida 'My Monet'® is an exceptionally compact, dwarf deciduous shrub, prized for its variegated pink, cream, and green foliage that brightens up small spaces. This weigela forms a dense, mounding cushion, significantly wider than tall, perfect for borders, rockeries, flowerbeds, and container plantings. Its colorful foliage is its main ornamental appeal throughout the season, while delicate pale pink flowers appear in spring, adding a subtle and refined touch. Very structuring despite its small size, it brings texture and contrast to both contemporary designs and natural gardens. Hardy and easy to maintain, Weigela florida 'My Monet'® prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to partially shaded exposure to optimize the intensity of its variegation. It is an ideal choice for restricted spaces requiring a lasting decorative presence.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 14
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small, dry, inconspicuous capsule without ornamental value
Foliage color
Variegated green cream
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 inches)
Width
0.6 m (2 feet)
Growth rate
slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

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