weigela plant

Question

Plant is in its first year, 6 months old. It had hot summer but tried to keep watered. They look like they are dying, leaves curling and stems very woody looking. They did have a few flowers earlier in summer but are gone now. Should I prune all the way back to ground and hope for the best next year, or if not, how do I get them to spruce-up after the rains came along with the cooler weather?

Answer 1

This article will help you with pruning:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/pruning-weigela.htm