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Weigela 'Gold Rush'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Weigela 'Gold Rush' plant details

Weigela 'Gold Rush' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Weigela 'Gold Rush'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Weigela 'Gold Rush'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lime-green leaves edged with yellow make this one of the brightest Cardinal Shrubs available; a 4-6' shrub whose lovely light pink flowers age to rose. Sun/Med PPatentAF

Gardening facts about Weigela 'Gold Rush' plant

How to Grow Weigela 'Gold Rush'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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aka Red Prince Weigela

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-36"

Width: 12"-36"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-5'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 4'-5'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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