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Electric Love Weigela

Weigela x 'ZR1'

20 reviews

Shrubs & Hedges

Electric Love Weigela

Weigela x 'ZR1'

20 reviews

Shrubs & Hedges
  • 1.5 Gallon
  • 2.5 Gallon

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Why Electric Love Weigela?

Electric Love Weigela is a compact flowering shrub that produces vibrant pink trumpet-shaped blooms in late spring to early summer. This cultivar is known for its electric pink flower color and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has a spread of 3-4 feet, making it a great choice for small gardens or as a border plant. Its foliage is dark green and changes to burgundy in the fall.

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Sunlight

Electric Love Weigela requires full sun to thrive.

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Watering

The watering requirements for Electric Love Weigela are average, meaning it requires regular watering to keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. It is important to avoid overwatering, as it may lead to root rot.

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Fertilizing

Electric Love Weigela plants require a balanced all-purpose fertilizer, such as 10-10-10 or 14-14-14, applied in spring and again in late summer or early fall. Follow label instructions for application rates.

Experience the Magical Beauty of Electric Love Weigela Dark Foliage 

If you're looking for a plant that sparkles with beauty and energy, look no further than the Electric Love Weigela. This strikingly beautiful shrub is guaranteed to take your garden to the next level with its electric pink flowers and unique, tri-colored foliage. Best of all, it is a resilient and low-maintenance plant that will reward you with year-round visual interest and beauty. 

The Electric Love Weigela is all about electric color. This eye-catching shrub produces profuse quantities of vivid, hot pink blooms, which burst forth in clusters during late spring and early summer. These dazzling flowers, which are adored by hummingbirds and butterflies, create a focal point of stunning color in virtually any setting. 

Whether you use Electric Love Weigela as a specimen, in a mixed border, or in a mass planting, this plant will inject vigor and excitement into your garden. 

The true hallmark of Electric Love Weigela is its striking and unique tri-colored foliage. Each leaf starts as a deep purple color and transitions into an electrifying pink hue. 

Finally, the tips of the leaves fade into rosy pink with a slight touch of white markings, adding extra visual interest to the shrub. This tri-colored effect makes the foliage of Electric Love Weigela a showstopper all on its own. And when the flowers come, they serve as the perfect complement to the foliage, making it a must-have addition to your garden. 

Electric Love Weigela is a resilient plant that is highly adaptable to different soil types and weather conditions. This shrub is extremely easy to grow, and it is also resistant to most pests and diseases. It can stand high heat, high humidity, and short droughts, making it an ideal choice for busy gardeners or those seeking low-maintenance plants. Electric Love Weigela also thrives in full sun to partial shade, adding versatility to the plant. 

Electric Love Weigela provides year-round interest that is sure to add delight and excitement to your garden. From the vibrant pink blooms and tri-colored foliage in spring and summer to the reddish-purple foliage in autumn, and the orange-red tones of the winter twigs, this shrub creates its slice of seasonal heaven. With Electric Love Weigela, you can enjoy the magic and wonder of nature year-round. 

If you want to add some electrifying color and excitement to your garden, the Electric Love Weigela is the perfect choice. Its vivid flowers, tri-colored foliage, adaptability, and year-round interest make it a winning option for any gardener. Whether you're looking to create new flowerbeds, add texture to borders, or add impact to a garden path, Electric Love Weigela will do the job perfectly. 

Invite the magic of Electric Love Weigela into your garden, and delight in the awe-inspiring beauty it brings. Order yours today!

 

Plant Information:

Botanical Name: Weigela x 'ZR1'
USDA Zones: 4 - 7
Water: Moderate
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil Needs: Well Drained Soil
Mature Height: 1 - 2 feet
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 feet
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Pollination Info

Electric Love Weigela (Weigela x ‘ZR1’) is a deciduous shrub that typically blooms in the late spring to early summer. The plant is known for its beautiful flowers that are attractive to bees and butterflies. Pollination for Electric Love Weigela occurs when bees and butterflies land on the flowers and transfer pollen from the anthers to the stigma. The plant is self-fertile, meaning it can produce fruit without the need for cross-pollination. However, cross-pollination can improve the quality and quantity of the fruit produced. To encourage pollination, it is important to plant Electric Love Weigela in an area that receives plenty of sunlight and is protected from strong winds. It is also helpful to plant other plants that attract pollinators nearby. Overall, Electric Love Weigela is an attractive and easy-to-grow shrub that can provide beautiful blooms and fruits with minimal maintenance.

FAQ

Electric Love Weigela (Weigela x ‘ZR1’): Frequently Asked Questions

What is Electric Love Weigela?

Electric Love Weigela (Weigela x ‘ZR1’) is a compact deciduous shrub that has beautiful pink flowers with a bright yellow center. The plant is named Electric Love due to its vibrant flower colors.

How tall and wide does Electric Love Weigela grow?

Electric Love Weigela typically grows to be about 1-3 feet tall and wide.

What growing conditions does Electric Love Weigela require?

Electric Love Weigela prefers to grow in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soil. It is also tolerant of drought and heat.

When do Electric Love Weigela bloom?

Electric Love Weigela blooms in late spring to early summer.

How do I care for Electric Love Weigela?

Electric Love Weigela requires little care once established. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Trim to shape after blooming. Fertilize in early spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer.

Can Electric Love Weigela be grown in containers?

Electric Love Weigela can be grown in containers, but it may require more frequent watering and fertilizing.

Can Electric Love Weigela be propagated?

Electric Love Weigela can be propagated from softwood or hardwood cuttings in early summer or fall, respectively.

Does Electric Love Weigela attract pollinators?

Electric Love Weigela attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees with its showy flowers.

Is Electric Love Weigela deer-resistant?

Electric Love Weigela is not deer-resistant.

Planting & Care

Planting Electric Love Weigela:

Choose a sunny location in well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the rootball and the same depth as the container. Mix in compost or aged manure. Carefully remove the plant from the container and loosen the roots. Place it in the hole, backfill with soil, and lightly tamp down. Water thoroughly.

Care of Electric Love Weigela:

  • Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.
  • Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Cut out any dead or crossing branches.
  • Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
  • Protect from harsh winter winds with burlap or other wrap.
  • Watch for pests such as aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. Treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil if necessary.

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Reina V.

I absolutely love my Electric Love Weigela! The plant arrived in perfect condition and is thriving in my garden. The vibrant pink flowers are breathtaking. Great quality and fast shipping!

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Isabel L.

The quality of Electric Love Weigela exceeded my expectations. It adds a pop of color to my yard.

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