Proven Winners® Wine & Spirits® Weigela

The Proven Winners® Wine & Spirits® Weigela PP#34,358 (Weigela florida 'SMNWFGC') is a fresh take on a classic flowering shrub, dressed to impress with lime-to-olive green foliage and rich wine-purple stems.

From late spring into summer, this deciduous shrub bursts into soft, trumpet-shaped white blooms with a gentle blush of pink that absolutely buzzes with pollinators. A reblooming wonder, it keeps the party going into late summer, especially with a light pruning after the first flush.

The elegant white flowers offer a crisp, clean look against the lush greenery, and while it doesn't offer fall color per se, the structural interest of the stems and late-season bloom make it a showstopper even into early autumn.

Key Features

• Reblooming white flowers with a blush of pink
• Lime green foliage with wine-colored stems
• Reaches 4–5 ft tall and wide
• Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
• Deer-resistant and low-maintenance
• Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8
• Drought-tolerant once established

Landscaping Uses

Use this rounded shrub as an ornamental accent or background shrub. Wine & Spirits® has a rounded, slightly arching habit, reaching 3–5 feet tall and wide, making it perfect for both borders and standalone focal points.

It's part of the Wine® series of Weigelas—famous for their beautiful foliage and flower combo. A modern cultivar with old-world charm, this variety adapts well to urban settings, cottage gardens, and contemporary landscapes alike. Its foliage contrasts beautifully with darker or chartreuse-leaved plants and provides interest even when it's not in bloom.

• Elegant rebloomer with striking foliage and pollinator power
• Mixed borders for contrast and bloom
• Mass plantings for a hedge effect
• Foundation plantings for brightness and form
• Cottage gardens alongside Roses and Lilies
• Pollinator or wildlife gardens
• Large containers and patio plantings

Care and Maintenance

Wine & Spirits® is a deciduous woody shrub with tough, adaptable traits like other Weigelias.

Native to East Asia, particularly Korea, China, and Japan, Weigela has long been beloved for its low-maintenance nature and pollinator-friendly flowers. Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8, Wine & Spirits® handles cold winters with aplomb and thrives in full sun.

• Planting Time: Spring or fall
• Sun Needs: Full sun (6+ hours per day) for best flowering
• Soil Needs: Well-drained soils; tolerates clay and urban conditions but prefers loamy, organic soil
• Moisture Needs: Average moisture; drought tolerant once established
• Mulch: Apply a 3–4 inch deep layer of bark mulch or arborist wood chips; compost is beneficial
• Fertilization Needs: Balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• Pruning Info: Blooms on old wood; prune immediately after first bloom to encourage rebloom
• Renewal Pruning: Every 3–5 years, remove up to 1/3 of the oldest stems to ground level to keep the plant vigorous
• Special Needs/Perks:
• Deer resistant
• Low maintenance
• Urban pollution-resistant
• Compacted soil-tolerant
• Handles late frost without damage

Sip On This—Wine & Spirits® Is Garden Gold

The Proven Winners® Wine & Spirits® Weigela brings sophistication and soft color to any garden with minimal effort. Whether you're going for a romantic cottage look or want bold foliage that looks good all season long, this shrub won't disappoint. Plant it where you can enjoy its reblooming charm—and the parade of pollinators that follow.

Order now from Nature Hills Nursery and we';ll ship it to your doorstep at the perfect time for planting in your growing zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wine & Spirits® Weigela deer resistant?
Yes, deer tend to avoid Weigela shrubs due to their texture and taste.

Does Wine & Spirits® Weigela attract hummingbirds?
Absolutely! The tubular blooms are favorites of hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Can I grow Wine & Spirits® Weigela in a container?
Yes, as long as the container is large enough and has good drainage. It thrives on sunny patios and decks.

When should I prune Wine & Spirits® Weigela?
Right after its first flush of blooms in late spring or early summer. It blooms on old wood, so pruning later may remove next year's flower buds.

Will Wine & Spirits® grow in shade?
While it may survive in part shade, for the best bloom, plant health, and foliage color, plant your shrub in full sun.

Is it cold hardy?
Yes, it's cold hardy down to USDA Zone 4. It can handle winter freezes without trouble.