Variegated Weigela Plants – Weigela florida 'Variegata'

The Variegated Weigela (Weigela florida ‘variegata’) is a deciduous, densely foliated shrub, with profuse flowering in the spring. This variety of weigela is quite unique with its variegated foliage and received the Award of Garden Merit from the RHS for its beautiful charm.

This impressive shrub boasts soft and pliable foliage. The leaves are a mild green color at the center with irregular edge borders that start off as creamy white and mature to a lime green or pale yellow.

Plant Details Of variegated weigela tree

Family: Caprifoliaceae

Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8

Light Requirement: Full sun to light shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Height: 4 - 6 feet

Spread: 4 - 6 feet

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer, often with a light rebloom in late summer

Flower Color: Soft pink, tubular flowers

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Variegation in Variegated Weigela can be caused by a number of things, however with the Variegated Weigela, it is caused by chimeral variegation which is the most common form of variegation in ornamental plants. The plant produces two genetically different cell layers. One has a normal chlorophyll production and the other has little to no chlorophyll production resulting in creamy colored margins.

Flowers are produced profusely starting from late spring after the leaves have emerged. After the spring flowering, it will flower again late summer, however more sparsely. The flowers are trumpet shaped and can range from bright pink to white in color. Plant this shrub as a specimen or as a part of a mixed hedge to add variety of foliar attributes to your garden.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance for Weigela Shrubs

This shrub is easy to grow and low maintenance. Due to the reduced chlorophyll content in the leaves, variegated varieties require more light to grow and produce beautiful blooms, so plant in a full sun location. Flowers emerge only on old wood, so pruning and shaping should be done just after flowering has competed.

It requires well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil; however, it can tolerate different soil types. Once established, it can be drought-tolerant. It has pest or disease issues that are serious.

What Makes Variegated Weigela Plants Unique?

Variegated foliage, attractive to pollinators, easy to grow, Add this variegated shrub to you garden to enjoy a unique foliar display year after year. Shop for Variegated Weigela shrubs online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

Pink

Height at Maturity

Under 10 Feet

Care

Red Weigela thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. Trim after blooming to maintain shape and promote new growth. Mulch around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize annually for best results.

Plant Reproduction

Red Weigela spreads through suckers and root shoots, forming clumps.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees

Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.

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