Botanical profile

Weigela 'Tango'

Latin name
Weigela 'Tango'
Common name
Weigela 'Tango'
Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae

Weigela florida 'Tango' is a dwarf deciduous shrub particularly valued for its compact size and dazzling blooms. This weigela forms a small, dense bush, noticeably wider than it is tall, ideal for borders, rockeries, and small-scale plantings. Its dark purple foliage highlights an abundant display of dark pink to carmine red flowers in spring, creating a remarkable decorative contrast. Despite its restricted growth, it offers a strong visual presence and effectively attracts pollinators to the garden. Adapted to cold climates, it demonstrates good hardiness and is easy to cultivate in well-drained soil. Weigela florida 'Tango' is perfectly suited for front-of-border plantings, low mass plantings, or even in containers, where its compact habit and vibrant coloration elegantly structure the space.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 31
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
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Red
Fruiting
Discreet brown capsules.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
80 to 100 cm (31 to 39 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
average
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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