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Weigelia Marjorie (in 3 liter pot)

Weigela florida Marjorie

The Weigelia Marjorie is a hardy, compact shrub with spectacular three-tone blooms and repeat flowering in autumn.

Plant height
50/60 cm in 3,5 liter pot

10 €
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Description

Weigelia Marjorie – Weigela florida Marjorie

Main interest

The Weigelia Marjorie is an ornamental shrub renowned for its abundant and prolonged flowering. This cultivar is distinguished by a three-tone bloom, combining dark pink, pale pink, and creamy white flowers. Flowering occurs in June–July and repeats in September–October, extending color into autumn. With a height of about 2 m and a width of 1.50 m, it has a compact, balanced habit. Extremely hardy, it withstands temperatures down to −29 °C. Its fresh green foliage enhances the flowers and adds decorative value. Easy to grow and maintain, it attracts pollinators and enriches biodiversity.

Origins and characteristics

Origin: Horticultural selection, derived from Weigela florida native to Asia (China, Korea, Japan).
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Notable features: Modern cultivar with three-tone and repeat flowering
Height: 2 m
Width: 1.50 m
Habit: Rounded, compact, slightly spreading
Bark: Gray-brown, smooth on young shoots, rougher with age
Foliage: Deciduous, bright green, opposite, oval
Growth: Moderate, regular
Hardiness: Down to −29 °C

Flowering and fruiting

Flowering: June–July, repeat September–October
Flowers: Trumpet-shaped, three-tone: dark pink, pale pink, creamy white
Fruits: Elongated capsules, little ornamental value
Melliferous: Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Exposure and soil

Exposure: Sun or partial shade
Soil type: Fertile, fresh but well-drained, tolerates slightly calcareous soils
Soil nature: Neutral to slightly acidic

Planting

Preparation: Loosen soil, enrich with compost, mulch after planting
Spacing: 1.50–2 m
How to plant: year-round outside frost/heat, water generously

Watering

At planting: Regular watering to encourage rooting
At maturity: Moderate, water during prolonged drought to support flowering

Pruning

When/how: After main bloom (July), remove spent shoots, thin center lightly

Propagation

Methods: Semi-woody cuttings in summer, layering

Garden uses

Placement: Flower beds, decorative hedges, solitary planting
Associations: Lilacs, spireas, mock oranges, shrub roses
Traditional uses: Purely ornamental

Protection

Sensitivities: Occasionally aphids or powdery mildew
Prevention: Good airflow, avoid excess humidity, natural remedies (soap, horsetail decoctions)

Development tips

Fertile, well-drained soil, sunny exposure. Light pruning after flowering stimulates repeat bloom. Mulch to retain moisture.

Differences and specificity

The Weigelia Marjorie stands out with its three-tone bloom and autumn repeat flowering, combined with exceptional hardiness.

The Weigelia Marjorie is a hardy ornamental shrub with spectacular three-tone blooms in summer and repeat flowering in autumn. Compact and easy to grow, it adapts to fertile, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded sites. With exceptional hardiness down to −29 °C, it is suitable for cold climates. It attracts pollinators and butterflies, enriching garden biodiversity. Used in beds, hedges, or as a solitary specimen, it brings color and elegance. This cultivar combines aesthetic appeal, robustness, and ease of maintenance, offering gardeners a durable and decorative plant for modern and traditional landscapes.