• Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Out-of-Stock
  • Pick up on site
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Purple dwarf Weigelia

Purple dwarf Weigelia (in 3 liter pot)

Weigela Florida nana Purpurea

The Purple dwarf Weigelia has a compact bushy port and does not exceed 1M50 making it a nice bush for the formation of your  flowering hedges with other Weigelia and flowering shrubs, but is also the ideal shrub for small gardens, it has a very beautiful dark purple green foliage which brings...
€10.00
Tax included

No delivery for this item. Only available for collection from the nursery after ordering.

Quantity

Out-of-Stock

Paiement sécurisé

Description

Height at maturity 1 to 1.50 m
Wingspan at maturity 0.70 to 1 m
Exposure Sun, partial shade
Flowering May - June then September
Hardiness -20°C
Origin Asia

Purple dwarf Weigelia – Weigela florida 'Nain Pourpre'

Origins and characteristics

Native to East Asia, Weigela florida belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family.
The 'Nain Pourpre' variety is selected for its compact size, intense purple foliage and abundant, repeat flowering.

Description and particularities

  • Adult height : 1 to 1.50 metres

  • Adult spread : 1 to 1.20 metres

  • Habit : Bushy, compact and dense

  • Foliage type : Deciduous; green to deep purple in full sun, soft green in shade

  • Flowering period : May to late June, with a second flush in September

  • Flower description : Dark red buds opening into purple‑pink trumpet flowers, very attractive to pollinators

  • Fruit description : Discreet capsules with little ornamental value

  • Hardiness : Excellent (down to –20 °C)

Exposure and soil

  • Preferred exposure : Full sun for intense foliage colour; tolerates partial shade

  • Suitable soil : Ordinary, light, well‑drained, humus‑rich soil

  • Tolerance notes : Tolerates slightly calcareous soils; prefers fresh soil without excess moisture

Planting

  • Best planting period : Autumn or spring

  • Recommended soil preparation : Add well‑matured compost to encourage flowering

  • Spacing : 80 cm to 1 metre

Watering

  • Water needs at planting : Regular watering to promote rooting

  • Mature needs : Hardy; water only during prolonged drought

Pruning

  • Pruning time : Just after the first flowering (July)

  • Pruning advice :

    • Remove faded flowers to encourage reblooming

    • Rejuvenate by removing 1/4 of old branches every 2–3 years

Propagation

  • Possible methods : Semi‑ripe cuttings in summer

Garden uses

  • Ideal location : Small gardens, low flowering hedges, borders, containers on terraces

  • Recommended plant associations :

    • With Spiraea japonica to extend summer flowering

    • With Deutzia gracilis for harmony of white and pink blooms

    • With Philadelphus for fragrant hedges

    • With Berberis thunbergii to play with purple foliage

Disease protection

  • Possible sensitivities : Low susceptibility; rarely affected by powdery mildew or rust

  • Natural prevention : Maintain good air circulation, avoid excess moisture at the base

Growing tips

  • Plant in full sun for intense foliage colour

  • Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

  • Light spring fertilisation to support flowering

  • Regular pruning to maintain a compact, floriferous habit

  • Moderate watering during heatwaves

Features

  • Common name : Purple dwarf Weigelia
  • Family : Caprifoliaceae
  • Category : shrub
  • Spread : 0.70 to 1 m
  • Foliage : deciduous
  • Color of flowers : pink-purple
  • Use : isolated - shruberry - flowering hedges - slope
  • Soil : all
  • Habit : bushy
  • Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
  • Enemies : aphid

Expédition & livraison

How does the delivery work?

  • Step 1 As soon as you place your order your plants are selected
  • Step 2 Each order is processed individually.
  • Step 3 Plants are packed, staked and labeled.
  • Step 4 Packaging is carefully implemented to avoid any problems.
  • Step 5 Packages are ready to be shipped.

Customer reviews

Nobody has posted a review yet in this language

Be the first to write your review !

16 other products in the same category:

Persian ironwood

Persian ironwood

Parrotia Persica

Plant height 170/200 cm in 10 liter pot
€65.00
  • Pick up on site
Himalayan Birch

Himalayan White Birch

Betula Utilis Jacquemontii

Plant height 150/160 cm in 2 liter pot (Grafted plant)
€25.00
  • Pick up on site
Bamboo Formidable

Bamboo Formidable

Bamboo Fargesia Robusta Formidable

Plant height 80/100 cm in 5 liter pot
€25.00
  • Pick up on site