Weigela minuet is a small, deciduous shrub that is native to East Asia. The shrub has a rounded growth habit and reaches a height of 2-3 feet and a width of 2-3 feet. The leaves are dark green, elliptical in shape, and have a fine toothed margin. The flowers are pink, trumpet shaped, and appear in clusters. Flowering occurs in late spring to early summer. The fruit is a small, dark brown capsule.
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Weigela Florida Alexandra
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Pink Weigela
About soil condition, the Weigela Minuet prefers well-drained, moist soils, but it is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. It will do best in full sun to partial shade, but it can tolerate full shade.
Like the other Weigela shrubs, the Minuet Weigela does best in full sun to partial sun. It will tolerate some shade, but may not bloom as heavily. This tough shrub is adaptable to a range of soils, as long as they are well-drained. It's a good choice for a foundation planting, hedges, or mass plantings.
The temperature ideal for Weigela minuet is between 60 to 70 degrees F. They can tolerate some shade, but prefer full sun. They are not heat tolerant and may drop their leaves if the temperature gets too high. They are also not frost tolerant and may lose their leaves if the temperature gets too low.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50% or below. The plant does not like to stay too wet or too dry. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will start to yellow and drop off. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will start to brown and curl.
About fertilizer, this family of plant foods helps to supply essential nutrients to support the growth, flowering and general health of the Weigela Minuet. A slow-release fertilizer is best, so that the plant roots have a chance to absorb the nutrients before they are washed away by rain or watering. Be sure to follow the package directions for application rates and frequency.
Pruning is essential for maintaining the compact, mounded shape of Weigela minuet. Cut back one-third of the oldest stems to the ground in late winter or early spring. If the shrub becomes too large or sprawling, cut back up to one-half of the stems to the ground.
Propagation : Weigela can be propagated by seed, but it is more commonly propagated by cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and taken from the tips of the stems. It is important to make sure that the cuttings have at least two sets of leaves. Root the cuttings in a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm area until they have rooted. Once they have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Usually, the plant growth rate studies conclude that weigela minuet grows at a moderate rate. It is a slow-growing plant; however, it can quickly become overgrown if not pruned regularly. The plant typically reaches its mature height of 2 to 3 feet within 3 to 5 years.
Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew, aphids, and scale. powdery mildew is a white powdery growth on the leaves and stems of the plant. Aphids are small sucking insects that can cause the leaves to curl and distort. Scale are small hard-shelled insects that can attach themselves to the stems and leaves of the plant.
Source:
Weigela | Oklahoma State University
Common Insect Pests of Weigela - University of Kentucky
Weigela florida | Landscape Plants | Oregon State University
