Kolsunn weigela

Weigela florida 'Kolsunn'

ShrubCaprifoliaceae

Kolsunn weigela
Deer-resistantSalt tolerant
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Arching
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

AccentBorderCottage gardenFoundationHedgePollinator gardenPrivacy screenShade gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Kolsunn' weigela (Weigela Florida 'Kolsunn') is a shrub for borders, cottage gardens, specimen planting, and hedges. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It sits low on the menu for deer. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the blooms in spring and again in summer.

Pairs well with Quick Fire panicle hydrangea, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Krossa Regal hosta.