Flourishing Queen of the Blossoms, a Stunning Perennial: Captivates with Vibrant Red Blooms from May to October
Weigela 'All Summer Red' is making waves in the gardening world, offering a stunning display of vibrant scarlet bellflowers that bloom from May until the first frosts of October, and more importantly, it does so with minimal care.
This hardworking plant, often referred to as the 'royal' of the Weigela family, is not only easy to maintain but also contributes to environmental cleanliness by accumulating up to 0.8 mg/kg of lead from the soil without causing harm to itself.
The secret to Weigela 'All Summer Red's long-lasting flowering period lies in its growth and blooming habit. It blooms on new wood, meaning that the flowers develop on the current season’s growth rather than the previous year's wood. This allows the plant to continually produce new blossoms throughout the growing season as it keeps producing new shoots.
The key to maintaining this extended bloom period is correct pruning. Pruning immediately after a flowering cycle encourages fresh new wood growth that will support new flowers soon after. By removing older wood directly after flowering, the plant directs energy to generate new shoots, promoting continuous blooming.
Pruning old branches (older than 4 years) and lightly pinching young shoots in July stimulates the formation of new buds and triple branching in Weigela 'All Summer Red', resulting in a dense "decorative cushion".
Weigela 'All Summer Red' is a result of 15 years of work by the Dutch nursery Vanderplant, combining the genes of 'Red Prince' and 'Evita'. This hybrid plant can grow up to 120 cm in open ground and 70 cm in containers, and it thrives even on poor soils, growing up to 15 cm monthly.
The plant's rich scarlet bellflowers (Pantone #CD0000) do not fade in the sun, attracting bees and butterflies due to its nectar production of 1.2 mg per flower per day.
Landscape Accords: Weigela 'All Summer Red' pairs beautifully with Miscanthus 'Strictus', Juniper 'Skyrocket', lavender 'Munstead', and terracotta yarrow.
Weigela 'All Summer Red' demonstrates an impressive resilience, withstanding extreme temperatures (-37°C), storms, drought, and acid rain. This makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a blooming garden with minimal care.
At approximately 2800 rubles for a sapling, the 150 days of continuous blooming can pay for itself and the care is minimal, requiring only bio-fertilizers. In pot culture, Weigela 'All Summer Red' requires a light substrate (such as coconut, biochar, or perlite), a moisture sensor, and drip irrigation to bloom almost as profusely as in the garden.
In summary, Weigela 'All Summer Red' offers a long-lasting, vibrant display, thanks to its unique double system of budding that triggers blooming at +12°C, regardless of day length, and its growth and pruning cycle that encourages continuous blooming. Its resistance to disease and pests, combined with its ability to thrive in various conditions, makes it a standout choice for any garden.
This stunning Weigela 'All Summer Red' brings a touch of elegance to both your home-and-garden lifestyle and your life as a gardener, providing a long-lasting display of vibrant scarlet bellflowers without requiring much upkeep. With its continuous blooming period and ability to grow even in poor soils, this plant is an excellent addition to any home-and-garden space, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a blooming garden with minimal care.
