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Isn't it romantic! Intoxicating, dark burgundy-purple leaves shimmer like a fine wine! Hot pink-rose colored flowers add a touch of romance when displayed against the dark glossy foliage!

Leaf color intensifies to near black in late summer and does not fade to green like some older selections The tubular flowers are adored by Hummingbirds!  

Weigela florida 'Alexandra' pp10,772

What people are saying ...

All Star! I bought this plant in the spring of 2006. I planted it immediately, in a raised bed, in full sun. I did not have any flowers in 2006; but the leaf color was terrific...definitely a dark burgundy. It is now March 2007 and this plant is 4ft tall and 3 ft wide. The shape is upright and full...very nice! Leaves have begun to emerge and I am waiting on the flowers. An added bonus is, I've had no pest/bug problems. Overall, I am VERY satisfied with the look and performance of this plant. - Gail, NC, Zone 7

On our clay-laden, new construction lot, I was worried about our landscaping. Of everything we've planted, our Proven Winners flowering shrub has performed best and most beautifully. It's been a quick grower. It gets lots of hot direct sunlight in the summer months and has thrived--and it flowers phenomenally. It also survived a very harsh southern Michigan winter. We get so many compliments on this shrub, and we love it. I'm going to plant more of these! - Jennifer, MI, Zone 5

Great plant! Flowers profusely in mid-late spring. Easy & beatiful-great color. Grew slowly initially, finally grew about a foot just this spring. Have had plant for 3 yrs total. - Sue, Zone 6 Missouri

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Introduction Date: Spring 1998

Hardiness:  USDA Zone 4

Bloom Time:  Spring flush with additional flowering through the summer and fall

Bloom Color:  Deep rosy pink

Foliage Color:  Dark burgundy purple

Size:  4-5 feet tall and wide

Exposure:  Full sun for best color

Soil: Extremely adaptable, but prefers Well-drained soils.

Pruning: Best if done immediately after flowering. Also flowers sporadically on current season’s growth.

Watering: Medium moisture.

Wildlife: Hummingbirds & butterflies

Type: Deciduous

Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Uses: Shrub borders, grouping, masses, specimen and containers.

Breeder:  Herman Geers of Holland

Awards: Pennsylvania Horticulture Society Gold Medal 2000

Weigela WINE & ROSES^® has changed Weigela forever!  The rich dark burgundy foliage is much darker than that of older varieties like Java Red.   It contrasts beautifully with the rosy-pink flowers, making for a high impact display in the garden.

This variety produces copious amounts of flowers in spring, and will re-bloom throughout the summer.

WINE & ROSES^® can be enjoyed as either an accent plant or used for a dramatic mass planting.  It is fast growing and trouble free, making it an easy way to add season long color to the garden.  The richly colored foliage makes its branches an excellent addition to cut flower bouquets.

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