Weigela cultivation methods and precautions

How to grow Weigela

Soil selection

Weigela is not very demanding on soil and can tolerate poor soil, but is afraid of waterlogging, so choose sandy loam with good drainage. The soil must be deep, moist and rich in humus, which is most suitable for the growth of Weigela.

Fertilization

Weigela likes fertile soil. When potted, you can mix garden soil and rice husk ash and apply a small amount of base fertilizer. Weigela needs to be fertilized 1-2 times a month during the growing season, and the fertilizer can be decomposed liquid fertilizer. Every 2 to 3 years, you should dig trenches at the roots and apply fertilizer during the dormant period in winter or early spring.

temperature

The suitable growth temperature of Weigela is between 15-35 degrees, and the suitable temperature during flowering period is between 18 and 22 degrees. It is relatively cold-resistant and can overwinter outdoors in northern areas in a sunny place sheltered from the wind.

Watering

Pay attention to watering during the growing season of Weigela. When it grows again in spring, gradually increase the amount of watering to keep the soil in the pot moist. When the temperature is high in summer, you can water more often to maintain sufficient moisture and spray water to cool down. Since Weigela is afraid of waterlogging, you should pay attention to waterlogging prevention during the rainy season. Water thoroughly 1 to 2 times a month to meet growth needs.

Precautions for the cultivation of Weigela

Weigela propagation method

The propagation methods of Weigela include sowing, cutting, layering, and division.

Diseases and Pests of Weigela

Weigela does not have many diseases and pests. It may occasionally be harmed by aphids and red spiders, which can be killed by spraying with dimethoate.

Weigela pruning

Weigela is sensitive to spring drought and cold, and its tips are prone to drying up, so dry branches should be pruned before flowering, and flower branches should be pruned in time after flowering to promote branch growth. Old branches have a short lifespan and need to be re-pruned from the base.