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Weigela Newport Red

Scientific Name: Weigela 'Vanicek'

Also Known As

  • Weigela florida 'Newport Red'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-7'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

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Weigela Newport Red plant details

Weigela Newport Red is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Weigela Newport Red

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Weigela Newport Red

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vigorous growing form, with purple red flowers and greenish winter stems to 5-6' tall.

Gardening facts about Weigela Newport Red plant

How to Grow Weigela Newport Red

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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