Proven Winners® Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
Proven Winners® Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela
Plant Highlights
Proven Winners® Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
Plant Highlights
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela – Compact Glossy Foliage Wonder
The Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela PP#26,922 (Weigela florida 'SMNWFMS') from Proven Winners® is a compact, glossy-leaved beauty that brings dark drama and vivid contrast to your garden all season long! A dwarf deciduous flowering shrub bred for its luminous near-black foliage, it features small but showy hot-pink, bell-shaped blooms in late spring! The vivid pink blooms stand out boldly against the dark backdrop, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators to the garden!
Unlike older varieties, this one shines—literally!—with an ultra-glossy leaf surface that makes it pop in the sun or shade. Its foliage starts out deep burgundy-black in spring and stays richly colored all season long—never fading, even in the summer heat. Come autumn, the foliage holds its glossy sheen, adding structure and color as the season winds down!
A modern upgrade of the original Midnight Wine®, this cultivar was bred for stronger stems, glossier foliage, and tighter form. It's a reblooming, deer-resistant charmer that thrives in zones 4 through 8!
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Key Features
- Dwarf deciduous shrub with a compact, mounded shape
- Ultra-glossy, deep burgundy-black foliage
- Hot pink bell-shaped flowers in late spring
- Reblooming and deer-resistant
- Hardy in USDA zones 4–8
- Pollinator-friendly, hummingbird-attracting
- Low-maintenance and urban pollution tolerant!
Landscaping Uses
A relative of the Honeysuckle bush and Honeysuckle vine family (Caprifoliaceae), Weigela is beloved for its adaptability and old-world charm!
Forming a tight, mounded shape only 12-18 inches tall and spreading 24-30 inches wide, Midnight Wine Shine® is ideal for small spaces, containers, or as a front-of-border statement.
- Front-of-border edging or mass plantings
- Dramatic container plant and mixed planter addition – great for patios or porches! Try a pair on either side of your front door in matching urns!
- Underplanting for taller shrubs or trees. Create a pretty skirting to protect bark from mower and weed-wacker damage.
- As facer plants along the fronts of hedges and foundation plantings to hide the bare leggy stems of older shrubs and evergreens.
- Eye-catching contrast for foundation plantings, around patios, and mailbox gardens
- Small-space accent in Rock Gardens or urban courtyards
- Low garden borders, backdrops, and definition
- Pollinator Gardens and Dark-Foliage Gardens. Must-have for Hummingbird Gardens!
Care and Maintenance
Its hardiness and urban-tolerance make it a perfect fit for newer landscapes and restoration designs alike. Plant it in full sun for the best foliage color and bloom performance, and watch it flourish in clay, loam, or sandy soil with minimal fuss.
This deciduous shrub is sun-loving, compact, and incredibly resilient—perfect for gardeners of all skill levels!
- Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall
- Sun Needs: Full sun (6 or more hours of direct light per day) for best foliage and flowers
- Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay, sand, loam
- Moisture Needs: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established
- Mulch: Apply a 3–4 inch layer of bark mulch to conserve moisture and regulate temperature
- Fertilization Needs: Light feeding in spring with balanced fertilizer
- Pruning Info: Blooms on old wood—prune right after flowering to shape and encourage reblooming
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Renewal Pruning: Not usually necessary due to dwarf form, but older stems can be removed every 3-5 years as needed.
Special Needs/Perks: - Deer-resistant
- Urban/pollution tolerant
- Low maintenance
- Heat and humidity tolerant
A Glossy Garden Star Worth Shining Light On!
Whether you're designing a tidy urban courtyard or refreshing a front border, the Proven Winners® Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela brings drama, elegance, and easy care to the garden stage. Its deep, glossy leaves and vibrant pink flowers make it a stand-out feature in any season—especially spring through fall.
Buy now from Nature Hills Nursery and we'll ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Let Midnight Wine Shine® light up your landscape with bold color and compact form!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela deer-resistant?
Yes, this flowering bush is considered deer-resistant and is rarely browsed by wildlife unless they are desperate.
Does Midnight Wine Shine® rebloom?
Yes! After its main bloom in late spring, it can rebloom sporadically through summer if pruned lightly after the first flush.
Can Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela grow in shade?
It can tolerate part shade but develops the best foliage color and blooms in full sun.
How do I prune Midnight Wine Shine® Weigela?
Prune immediately after flowering since it blooms on old wood. Light pruning keeps it compact and encourages a second bloom.
What is the difference between Midnight Wine® and Midnight Wine Shine®?
Midnight Wine Shine® has glossier leaves, improved vigor, stronger branching, and richer color compared to the original Midnight Wine®.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, the tubular flowers are loved by hummingbirds and bees.
Why Order From Nature Hills Nursery?
Nature Hills Nursery is committed to bringing the highest-quality plants to your door. Join thousands of happy customers and get all your planting needs at Nature Hills! We guarantee our plants for their first year! Check out lifelong support and landscaping ideas in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog and online at customer-support.naturehills.com!
