Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela
Weigela florida 'Carlton'
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer
Growing Zones 4-8
A heavy bloomer that becomes a feast for hummingbirds and pollinators, the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® selection Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela (Weigela florida 'Carlton'), features foliage that is almost supernatural in color!
The remarkable lemon-yellow foliage magically turns to a ghostly, iridescent butter yellow as the summer progresses. The striking blood-red flowers appear in spring and are preceded by equally impressive buds that are deep, dark red in color! And in case you needed more - Ghost® sporadically reblooms during the summer into fall! Much to the delight of your pollinators and beneficial insects!
Readily growing throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 8, Ghost® forms a rounded 4-5 foot tall and wide graceful form! These flowering deciduous ornamentals are just the bright pop of color your landscape needs!
Planting and Application:
Easy to grow and very heavy-blooming, this shrub deserves a prominent position in your landscape. The vivid foliage and deeply hued blooms really stand out against darker evergreens, as an ornamental hedge along an outbuilding, and will make your foundation plantings for fantastic curb appeal! Mix and match with other Sonic Bloom® Weigela for a varied mixed border in front of a hedge or dark evergreens for a dramatic display!
Turn a secluded spot in the sideyard or around a seating area, into a creative "getaway" to relax in! Then, pop a few of these special bushes at the back and sides to shield your guests with a blissful sense of privacy. Take back your front yard with a small nook for entertaining. Receive guests and neighbors in gracious style.
Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela is easy to grow and makes an excellent pollinator plant in the landscape! Get ready with your camera, because pollinators and Hummingbirds will flock to your Sonic Bloom®, but deer will pass it by. Set up some hummingbird feeders and a comfy chair, because you're about to find out quickly why groups of hummers are referred to as 'charms'!
- Jewel Tone Deep Reddish-Pink Blooms
- Funnel-Shaped Blossoms Attract Butterflies & Hummingbirds
- Heavy Blooming & Reblooming - Late Spring & Fall!
- Dramatic Lemon-Yellow Iridescent Leaves
- Colorful Accents & Hedges, Specimens & Curb Appeal!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
You'll get the best flowering from your Weigela shrubs in full sun. Give them at least six hours of direct sunlight a day for peak performance, although they'll tolerate some light shade. Plant it in well-drained soil. Give your plants good air circulation, and top dress with a 3-4 inch thick layer of arborist mulch, but please pull the mulch away from touching the stems directly. The only thing this freaky plant will scare is the deer! Blooming on both new and old wood, a light pruning after the first flowers fade will encourage repeat flowering. Keep your shrubs healthy and young with renewal pruning. Simply prune out one or two of the thickest, oldest branches all the way to the ground after the first wave of blooms are done. You never need to deadhead the spent blooms, either! This self-sufficient beauty just keeps on giving without any extra care needed.
- Happy, Energetic Shrub in Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Enriched Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Cold-Hardy, Easy Care, Low-Maintenance
- Deer Don't Prefer the Taste
From the experts at Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, the vivid lemony lime foliage and dark reddish blooms of the Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela will light up your landscape! Order enough for your next project today from Nature Hills!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to plant Weigela?
The Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela is a flowering shrub that appreciates well-drained soil with moderate moisture access in full sun, but also tolerates partial shade.
How big can Sonic Bloom® Ghost® Weigela grow?
The Sonic Bloom® Ghost® can reach up to 4 - 5 feet in height and width in optimal growing conditions!
What month does Weigela bloom?
The Sonic Bloom® Ghost® will bloom in the spring with a rebloom in the late summer or fall.
Are Weigela shrubs good for pollinators and hummingbirds?
The Weigela is a pollinator-friendly shrub and feeds hummingbirds with nectar-rich trumpet-shaped blooms!
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Weigela Shrubs for sale here at NatureHills.com!
