Botanical profile
Weigela florida 'Red Prince'
Latin name
Weigela florida 'Red Prince'
Common name
Weigela 'Red Prince'
Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Weigela 'Red Prince' stands out for the depth of its vibrant red blooms, which add real visual intensity to the garden. Its floral presence makes it a prime choice for creating strong contrasts or energizing flowering hedges. Its understated foliage highlights the richness of its flowers, and its well-balanced silhouette allows it to easily integrate into any type of landscape design, from the most classic to the most structured.
Plant information
Plant
identification
identification
Common nameWeigela 'Red Prince'
Latin nameWeigela florida 'Red Prince'
FamilyCaprifoliaceae
TypeShrub
Plant
description
description
Weigela 'Red Prince' stands out for the depth of its vibrant red blooms, which add real visual intensity to the garden. Its floral presence makes it a prime choice for creating strong contrasts or energizing flowering hedges. Its understated foliage highlights the richness of its flowers, and its well-balanced silhouette allows it to easily integrate into any type of landscape design, from the most classic to the most structured.
Soil
and care
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
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.
Appearance,
season
and garden
season
and garden
Bloom period
Spring
Flower colorRed
Foliage colorGreen
Habit / shape
Shrubby
Fruiting
Small dried fruits in capsules, not very ornamental.
Size
and facts
and facts
Height1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 feet)
Spread2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature'-34°C
Foliage typeObsolete
ButterfliesAttracts butterflies
PollinatorsSupports pollinators
PetsPet friendly
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Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
