Weigela ‘Red Prince’ (Weigela florida ‘Red Prince’)

Weigela florida ‘Red Prince’ bears bright red flowers that stand out against its green foliage. Use it in a sunny flowering hedge or as a specimen shrub. At maturity, allow for a height of 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) and a spread of 2 m (6.5 ft).

To plant Weigela 'Red Prince', choose a suitable exposure: full sun. The recommended soil is as follows: neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the richness of the soil. In Quebec, choose a period when the ground is thawed and easy to work with.

Allow for a width of 2 m (6.5 feet) when planning the placement of this plant in the garden. The indicated height of 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 feet) 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 whose light and water requirements are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.

When should you prune Red Prince weigela?

If the shrub needs shaping, prune just after the main spring bloom. Cut back flowered stems to a strong side shoot, and remove a few older stems at the base if the shrub is crowded. Pruning healthy stems before flowering can remove the buds for that spring.