Weigela Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde™ Weigela, Weigela florida ‘Vinho Verde’Weigela florida Vinho Verde is a striking, compact deciduous shrub celebrated for its bold contrast of lime-green foliage edged in deep black-purple and its rich magenta-pink blooms. A Proven Winners® ColorChoice® selection, Vinho Verde™ brings a modern, high-contrast look to landscapes and containers, offering beauty from spring through fall. Its vivid foliage color holds well throughout the season, while its spring and summer flowers attract pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies.
This Weigela’s upright, mounded form makes it a versatile option for mixed borders, foundation plantings, or as a stand-alone accent. Its compact size ensures it fits comfortably into small gardens and urban spaces, while the unique dark-edged foliage adds instant visual drama wherever it’s planted. With its easy-care nature and season-long appeal, Vinho Verde™ is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking structure, color, and contrast in one reliable shrub.
Low maintenance and resilient, Vinho Verde™ Weigela performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. It’s heat-tolerant, deer-resistant, and easy to prune making it a standout for both home gardeners and professional landscapes.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Avoid overly wet sites.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily) for best foliage color and flowering.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; once mature, it tolerates moderate drought.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth and blooms.
Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage next year’s blooms.
Winter Care: Add a layer of mulch around the base to protect roots during harsh winters.
Companion Plants: Complements hydrangeas, spirea, loropetalum, and ornamental grasses for layered, colorful plantings.
