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vickymurphey on
October 30, 2019
Ka216fd ScotlandQ.My newly planted weigela is brown and twiggy looking
I planted a weigela mango couple of weeks ago. And it looks dead all brown and just looks like twigs. Will it still be alive?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 30, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. It will be very hard to tell without seeing the damage. You can check to see if the shrub is alive for yourself, though.
Snap a twig starting at the tip. Keep going down until it bends without snapping. The flexibility of the branch will indicate if it is alive or dead. If it is brittle, or snaps then it is dead.
Here is an article for the care of the shrub for the future: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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- Asked by
Twigs on
April 22, 2020
23228Q.Help ID Early Spring Flowering Shrub
Richmond, VA - I was once told this was an abelia, but from what I've been able to find on the web, that doesn't seem like the right ID. Can anyone help? These photos were taken today, April 22, and the blooms have already peaked. The plant is about 7 feet tall, but would be taller if I didn't keep it cut back. At the base the stems range in diameter from 1/2" to 1-1/2".
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
April 22, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Ah! This is Weigela. Here is an article that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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Twigs on
April 22, 2020A.Thanks! I've never seen nearly this many flowers on our bush ;-) but the linked article provides some good care info. Thanks again!
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Anonymous on
May 12, 2020Q.What should I expect from a maroon swoon weigela.
There were no directions. It's in a gallon container
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 15, 2020
Certified ExpertA.This should be a gorgeous bush with deep red blossoms. Here's an article on how to care for Weigela:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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Anonymous on
May 18, 2020Q.Reblooming weigela
I need to know if it's safe to plant around my septic system and water lines. How does its root system work?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 20, 2020
Certified ExpertA.It is safe to plant shallow rooted plants such as perennials, but large shrubs (such as Weigela) should be planted at least 10 feet away from a septic tank.
If you can find out the location of the water lines and equipment underground, that would be helpful. Here is more info:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/gardening-over-septic-tanks.htmhttps://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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Jojolib on
June 9, 2020
01867Q.Weigela Plant
My friends gave me a Weigela plant last September and it is already 4 feet tall. See picture and do I need to move it to another bigger area. I don’t have much room to move it is the problem.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 10, 2020
Certified ExpertA.It doesn't appear that the bed is confined at all. It appears to be in the open, which will be the biggest space possible. Moving it is not necessary and will only cause more stress.
Remove any dead material.
The big issue, here, will be keeping the water level correct to suite the Irises AND the Weigela.
To keep the Iris happy will mean to let the soil dry out thoroughly down to 2 or 3 inches. To keep the Weigela happy will mean to keep the soil drying out further than 3 inches. You have very little wiggle room, but the rain should be sufficient without supplement in most cases.
Fertilization will be necessary once per year.
This article will offer more information on the care of the shrub:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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LynnStrauch on
August 3, 2020
60007Q.Bare Spots On Weigela Branches
I have some bare spots (no leaves) on most branches of my weigela that I planted last year. The bare spots are toward the top. There is a lot of green leaves, a ton of flowers, but I am just wondering if the bare spots are normal or...?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 5, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to see the damage.
It could be something as simple as a need for pruning, which should be done in Spring.
Here are some articles to help in the meantime:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/pruning-weigela.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
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boyce.jim1 on
August 18, 2020
45690Q.I Think I Have Scale On Weigela (My Monet Dwarf Weigela). What Does It Look Like And Treatment
the leaves are turning brown around the edges throughout the plant.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 19, 2020
Certified ExpertA.These articles should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/growing-weigela.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/outdoor-mealybug-control.htm
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