Overwintering guide
How to overwinter weigela 'nana variegata'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills weigela 'nana variegata' in winter
Cutting weigela 'nana variegata' 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 'nana variegata' — FAQ
Does weigela 'nana variegata' need to come indoors for winter?
Weigela 'Nana Variegata' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 4 — winter lows around -34°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Weigela 'Nana Variegata' 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 'nana variegata' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water weigela 'nana variegata' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills weigela 'nana variegata' over winter?
Cutting weigela 'nana variegata' 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.