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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
SKU: WN-WEIGELA-DARK-HORSE-3gl Category:
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

Growing Guide

5-9 Hardiness Zone
Full Sun Sun Exposure
Moderate Water Needs
Moderate Drought Tolerance
Well-Drained, Loamy Soil Type
6 - 7.5 Soil pH