Overwintering guide
How to overwinter weigela 'florida purpurea'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills weigela 'florida purpurea' in winter
Cutting weigela 'florida purpurea' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering weigela 'florida purpurea' — FAQ
Does weigela 'florida purpurea' need to come indoors for winter?
Weigela 'Florida Purpurea' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Weigela 'Florida Purpurea' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move weigela 'florida purpurea' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water weigela 'florida purpurea' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills weigela 'florida purpurea' over winter?
Cutting weigela 'florida purpurea' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.