SCIENTIFIC NAME: Weigela florida 'Kolmagira' PP20384

COMMON NAME: Rainbow Sensation® Weigela

GARDEN SIZE: 3-4 feet tall x 3-4 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 4-8

EXPOSURE: Full sun to part shade

WATER & SOIL: Medium water needs; thrives in average, well-drained soils

HABIT (FORM): Compact, rounded

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; variegated green foliage

FLOWERS: Soft pink, funnel-shaped flowers, blooms in May or June

PLANT ORIGIN: Northern China, Korea, and Japan

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects.

FERTILIZING: Not necessary, but organic compost may be applied in the spring.

PRUNING: Not necessary, but may be shortened by no more than a third while dormant (February is good) to promote bushiness

TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

USES: Hedges