Midnight Sun® Weigela
Weigela florida 'Verweig9'
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| #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
Midnight Sun® 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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Flower Color
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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
Growing Zones 4 - 8
Dramatic range of foliage hues and reblooming beauty, the Midnight Sun® Weigela (Weigela florida 'Verweig9') from Proven Winners® is an incredible landscape ornamental flowering shrub! Ranging from deep greens, and purple, to burgundy-reds and chartreuse new growth, the bright pink flowers almost take a backseat to the foliage!
The neat and naturally tidy rounded growth of the dense branching of these smaller deciduous shrubs grows into 12-18 inch tall and wide mounds. These tubular flowers are perfect for Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies as they stop by for a quick sip of nectar. Once the first flush of trumpet-shaped blooms is spent in the late spring.
If you deadhead right away, you'll enjoy a later-season rebloom along with an additional show of vibrant orange and red fall colors! Midnight Sun® Weigela thrives throughout USDA growing zones 4 through 8, growing fast in the sunny landscape.
Planting and Application:
Midnight Sun® Weigela rivals Coleus with its dramatic foliage color all growing season long. The small stature and naturally tidy form make this little shrub the ideal edging and facer shrub! Smaller shrubs like this also create gorgeous thrillers and feature plantings in containers and planters in the sun!
Vibrant flowering shrubs like these are incredible specimens on their own! Maximize the incredible colors of Midnight Sun® by using them in groupings and mass plantings where their easy-care nature really shines! Vibrant groundcover in sunny areas, along walkways, and sun-drenched patios! For a fast fill, plant them 15 inches apart on center. Measure from the center of one to the center of the next.
- Tubular Pink Blooms & Reblooms
- Dramatic Multi-Hued Folaige & Radiant Red/Orange Fall Color
- Small Rounded Form
- Pollinator & Hummingbird-Friendly
- Colorful Low Accent, Rounded Edging & Facer Plants & Vibrant Color
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Sunny locations are best to draw out the most blooms and best foliage color, Midnight Sun® but can tolerate light afternoon shade in warmer climates. Any well-drained soil and regular moisture work great for these deciduous shrubs. A generous layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture in the ground as well as insulates the root system from heat and chill. Weigela blooms on new wood, so deadhead after late spring bloom if needed. Older plants can be renewal pruned by removing the oldest fattest stems out to the ground if needed as the plants grow older.
- Full Sun Lover & Some Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Enriched Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Low-Maintenance & Deer Resistant
- Prune/Deadheading After Spring Bloom
The sweet and petite Midnight Sun® Weigela are colorful blooming plants that have foliage that will outshine the pink blooms! Order yours today at Nature Hills!
