Overview & Description

The Wine & Roses® Weigela (Weigela florida ‘Alexandra’ PP10772, PBR2642) from Proven Winners is a stunning flowering shrub celebrated for its rich, dark burgundy-purple foliage and vibrant pink tubular flowers. In late spring, the plant bursts into bloom with clusters of bright rosy-pink flowers that create a striking contrast against its deep, wine-coloured leaves. These blooms may reappear sporadically throughout the summer, adding ongoing beauty to your garden.

Growth & Size

This variety exhibits a compact, rounded to arching, multi-stemmed growth habit. It is a medium-growing shrub, typically reaching a mature size of about 4 to 5 feet in both height and spread. It grows at a medium rate and can be expected to live for approximately 30 years under ideal conditions.

Additional Notes

It blooms in late spring and may rebloom sporadically through summer. Hardy to Zone 4, it is adaptable and thrives in full sun for best foliage color and flowering. It is low-maintenance, attracts hummingbirds, and is resistant to deer. For best results, prune immediately after the first flush of blooms. Perfect for borders, or as a focal point where dramatic foliage and vibrant blooms provide year-round colour and texture.