Weigela 'Electric Love™' produces true red bell shaped flowers over a long season, summer through early fall. It also features very dark foliage. Aside from these unique characteristics, it is compact, rounded and tidy, making it suitable for smaller spaces.
- Height: 30-60 cm (12-24 in)
- Spread: 60-90 cm (24-36 in)
- Hardiness: Zone 4-8
- Sun or Shade: minimum of 4 hours of direct sun
- Bloom Time: early summer with repeat bloom
- Leaf Colour: burgundy
- Bloom Colour: red
- Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
- Nature Attraction: hummingbirds and bees
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Weigela are fast growing, easy care shrubs that are adaptable to a range of soil conditions. They are happiest in average well drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate very light shade. They are also somewhat tolerant of clay soil. They should be pruned after flowering to shape them.
Spring Opening and Garden Art Show
The first day of the 2024 garden season is Saturday, April 27th. This year we will continue with our regular hours of Wednesday to Sunday. Please note that during our Bloomfest Garden Art Show from July 20 to July 28 we are open every day.
We will be updating our website over the coming months and will also be posting on Facebook and Instagram about the exciting new plants for 2024.
Suzanne and Bruce and the Whitehouse Team
Whitehouse + Smart Garden Plans 3D Garden Design App
Whitehouse has partnered with ideolio's 3D design App to guide you through the design and plant choice for your garden space. Browse and search thousands of plants and combination ideas to build your dream garden.
Smart Garden Plans is free
No sign up required.
Dreaming of a new garden?
Smart Garden Plans Try Your Garden On
FREE subscription to our Gardeners Newsletter
Local Gardening News and Tips right to your mailbox. Seasonal advice, sales and special offers. Unsubscribe any time.
