Weigela ‘Nana Purpurea’ – Compact Colour with Peat-Free Growing

The Weigela florida ‘Nana Purpurea’ is a compact, deciduous shrub that brings vibrant foliage and masses of trumpet-shaped flowers to the garden. Its deep purple-bronze leaves provide a bold backdrop throughout the growing season, while in late spring and early summer the plant is covered in clusters of rosy-pink blooms. Compact in size yet full of character, it is perfect for smaller borders, mixed beds, or as a feature shrub in a container.

Supplied in a peat-free format, this shrub is a sustainable choice for the environmentally conscious gardener. With its rich foliage, striking blooms, and easy-care nature, ‘Nana Purpurea’ offers reliable seasonal interest with minimal effort.

General Information

Weigela is a versatile and resilient genus, originally native to East Asia, known for its colourful flowers and strong garden performance. The variety ‘Nana Purpurea’ is one of the most popular due to its compact growth and purple foliage.

• Habit: Dense, bushy deciduous shrub with a rounded shape.

• Height & spread: Typically grows 1–1.2m tall and wide, making it suitable for small to medium gardens.

• Foliage: Dark purple-bronze leaves provide excellent contrast to green plants.

• Flowers: Rosy-pink, trumpet-shaped blooms produced in clusters along the stems.

• Flowering season: May–June, with occasional repeat flowers later in summer.

• Position: Prefers full sun for the best foliage colour and most flowers; tolerates light shade.

• Soil: Any fertile, well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, or loam.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland.

• Uses: Perfect for mixed borders, low hedging, container planting, or as a specimen in small gardens.

Its combination of richly coloured foliage and cheerful flowers ensures it stands out as a feature plant through spring and summer.

Care Guide

Weigela ‘Nana Purpurea’ is an easy-care shrub that requires very little to thrive once established.

Planting

• When to plant: Best in spring or autumn, though container-grown plants can be planted at any time.

• Depth & spacing: Plant at the same depth as in the pot; space 1–1.2m apart in borders.

• Preparation: Improve soil with compost before planting; ensure good drainage.

Watering & Feeding

• Water regularly in the first year to establish roots.

• Once mature, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering in dry periods.

• Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage growth and flowers.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune immediately after flowering (June–July) to maintain a neat shape.

• Remove a few older stems at the base every 2–3 years to rejuvenate the shrub.

• Avoid pruning in late summer or autumn, as this removes next year’s flower buds.

• Mulch in spring with compost or bark to enrich the soil and conserve moisture.

Protection

• Fully hardy, needing no winter protection.

• Pest- and disease-resistant, making it a very reliable choice.

Why Choose Weigela ‘Nana Purpurea’ (Peat Free)?

This compact weigela is the perfect mix of beauty, reliability, and sustainability.

• Colourful foliage: Purple-bronze leaves add drama and contrast.

• Summer flowers: Masses of rosy-pink trumpets attract bees and butterflies.

• Compact size: Ideal for small gardens, borders, or containers.

• Low-maintenance: Hardy, resilient, and easy to grow.

• Eco-friendly: Supplied in peat-free compost, supporting sustainable gardening.

The Weigela ‘Nana Purpurea’ is a compact, colourful shrub that’s as practical as it is pretty. With its deep-toned foliage, cheerful summer blooms, and eco-friendly peat-free supply, it’s a fantastic addition to any garden looking for sustainable seasonal beauty.

• Size
  3 lt

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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