species 7,789 observations

Old Fashioned Weigela

Weigela florida

Field notes

Weigela is a genus of between six and 38 species of deciduous shrubs in the family Caprifoliaceae, growing to 1–5 m (3–15′) tall. All are natives of eastern Asia. The genus is named after the German scientist Christian Ehrenfried Weigel.

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26 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Hitched Arches 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Eastern Carpenter Bee, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, American Bumble Bee, Black-and-gold Bumble Bee 25

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun Part shade Dappled shade
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay
Soil pH: Acid Neutral Alkaline
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Salt
Habit: Arching Dense Erect Rounded Spreading
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.