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Weigelas are easy-to-grow, undemanding plants that soon develop into fine leafy shrubs with showy early summer flowers and, in some cases, attractive variegated foliage. Their funnel-shaped flowers are well loved by bumblebees. All varieties have been bred from the most popular species, Weigela florida, a Far Eastern native introduced in 1848 and used many times since to create new hybrids.
Weigela florida ‘Alexandra’ is an unmissable variety with striking bronze-purple leaves and prolific hot-pink blooms. Perfect for a warm sunny site, it works well with a variety of herbaceous perennials and other shrubs. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it the prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
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Weigela ‘Alexandra’ and wildlife
Weigela ‘Alexandra’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Weigela ‘Alexandra’ poisonous?
Weigela ‘Alexandra’ has no toxic effects reported.
