Weigela 'Red Prince'

Scott's Nursery Ltd.

$29.99
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'Red Prince' is a showstopper, boasting pendulous, trumpet-shaped flowers in a brilliant crimson that refuses to fade, even in the height of the summer sun. These vivid blossoms are set against a lush tapestry of pointed, emerald-green leaves, creating a high-contrast look that feels both classic and bold. With its graceful, arching branches and a delightful tendency to rebloom later in the season, this hardy favorite brings a royal touch of enduring colour to any landscape.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

5–6' Tall & Wide

Zone:

4–8

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

Growth Rate:

Fast

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Red Prince Weigela, Old Fashioned Weigela

Scientific Name:

Weigela florida 'Red Prince'

Type:

Ornamental Flowering Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 5–6 feet tall and wide.
  • Growth Habit: Upright and spreading with graceful arching branches.
  • Form: Dense, multi-stemmed, rounded shrub.
  • Growth Rate: Fast.
  • Longevity: 30+ years.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun to very light shade.
  • Soil Preferences: Well-drained, moist, silty or loamy soils.
  • Soil Tolerance: Highly adaptable; handles clay and various pH levels well.
  • Watering: Average; requires regular watering during dry spells.

Special Features:

Reblooming habit; non-fading flower color; attracts hummingbirds; deer and rabbit resistant; very cold hardy.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Brilliant red trumpet-shaped flowers in late spring; frequently reblooms in late summer.
  • Fall Colour: Simple green leaves, occasionally turning a subtle yellow or bronze.
  • Bark: Grey-brown, slightly furrowed on older stems.
  • Fruit: Small, dry seed capsules (not ornamental).

Garden Value:

Perfect as a vibrant focal point, a flowering hedge, or part of a mixed shrub border. Its arching habit makes it beautiful when used to soften the corners of a house or fence.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: A premier nectar source for hummingbirds and butterflies.
  • Human Value: Provides high-impact, long-lasting color for curb appeal; excellent for screening and privacy.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or Autumn.
  • Spacing: 5–6 feet apart for a continuous hedge.
  • Location Tips: Ensure good drainage; the non-fading flowers make it excellent for hot, sunny south-facing spots.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours) for the most prolific blooming and best color.
  • Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistent moisture; do not let the soil dry out completely.
  • Maintenance: Low to moderate; prune immediately after the main spring flowering to shape.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Tolerances:

Cold, clay soil, urban pollution, and deer.

Tips For Success:

To encourage a stronger second bloom in late summer, give the plant a light trim and a little extra water after the first spring flush ends.

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