
Weigela Dark Horse
Weigela florida 'Dark Horse'
Also known as: Dark Horse Weigela
Zone
5-9
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Height
3-4 ft
1500 in stock
Available sizes: 3 gal
Deer Resistant
Pollinator Friendly
Attracts Birds
Plant Overview
Weigela Dark Horse
Weigela florida 'Dark Horse'
Weigela 'Dark Horse' is a deciduous flowering shrub. Outstanding dark, near-black burgundy foliage contrasts dramatically with bright rose-pink flowers in spring — one of the most striking foliage-flower color combinations in any compact shrub. Thrives in full sun with average, well-drained soil. Very cold hardy and easy to grow. Prune right after flowering to maintain shape. An excellent choice for mixed borders and wildlife plantings — trumpet-shaped blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds throughout the season.
Specifications
Plant Details
Size & Growth
- Mature Height
- 3-4 ft
- Mature Spread
- 3-4 ft
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
Appearance
- Bloom Time
- May-June
- Bloom Color
- Magenta Pink
- Foliage
- Deep Purple
Landscape Uses
Mixed borders, Color accents, and Pollinator gardens
Pairs well with: Coreopsis, Russian Sage, Sedum, Daylilies
Origin
Asia
Care & Culture