Plant Record

Cultural/Growing Information

pH: B (5.8 - 6.2)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method): B (0.6 - 0.9)

Fertilization Recommendations: M (150-200 ppm)

Rooting Out: A (65-72°F or 18-22°C)

Growing On: A (60-65°F or 16-18°C)

Holding Temperature: A (40-50°F or 4-10°C)

Light Levels: High

Water Requirements: Moderate to Moist

Pinching/Growth Regulators: Frequent pinching will produce a tightly mounding product which will have a longer shelf life at retail.

Pest and Disease Management: General pest and disease practices as listed in notes. Spider Mites can sometimes be a problem, scout and treat as needed.

Special Notes: -For burgundy foliage, full sun is required. Leaves will fade to almost green the greater the shade. -Do not over water, plants are sensitive to wet soils.

Vernalization: Required

Spring Outdoor Finish?: C - Last to go outside

Over wintering Temperature (Zones 2-7): Polyhouse

Shade Requirements: Light shade in high summer heat with low humidity

Heat Zone (high to low): 8-1

Type: Deciduous

Flowers On: Old Wood

Planting & Timing Information (Nursery): Spring to Fall, 1 ppp

Planting & Timing Information (Greenhouse): Spring to Fall Finish, 1 ppp

1 GL or 8"/ 50 tray (Greenhouse): 9-12 weeks, 2-3 pinches

1GL or 8"/ 2.25" (Greenhouse): 8-10 weeks, 1-2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery) 6-8 weeks, 2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Shear (Nursery) 8-10 weeks, 2 shears

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 4-6 weeks, 1 pinch

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery) 4-6 weeks, 1 shear

2 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 10-12 weeks, 2-3 pinches

2 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 2-3 shears

3 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 10-14 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery): 14-18 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 6-10 weeks, 1-2 pinches

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 10-12 weeks, 1-2 shears

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 10-16 weeks, 3-4

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 14-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

General Information

Description
Like a fine wine this Weigela has good body! It is a vast improvement over similar varieties such as ‘Ruby Queen’. Its habit is tight and upright without having the tendency to split in the middle like an animal has sat on your plant. Its foliage color is similar to that of a fine wine as well, nice and dark burgundy like a cabernet. No wonder the name is FINE WINE™.

This shrub has wonderful presence in a container and the perennial border. It will make your petunias pop with excitement! The pink flowers are extremely vibrant when set against the dark burgundy foliage and with slight shearing will re-bloom through out the summer. This improved variety should be first choice when you are looking for a Weigela that is between the heights of MIDNIGHT WINE® and WINE & ROSES®.

Growing Tips
Prefers well-drained soil, extremely adaptable to other soil conditions. It is best to prune immediately after flowering. Fertilize in early spring by applying slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs, follow the label for the recommended rate of application.

Exposure
Full sun

Height
24-48"

Spacing
36-48"

Hardy Temp
-30°F (-34°C)

Zone(s)
Zone 4

Uses
Good in shrub borders, groupings, masses, as a specimen, and great in containers (plant in ground in fall.) Wonderful with used with annuals such as Diamond Frost.

Features
Rich pink spring flowers often rebloom through summer. Dark purple foliage all season. Prune to shape after flowering. Good for mixed borders or foundation plantings. Deer resistant. Season-long color.

Patent:
Weigela FINE WINE™ 'Bramwell ™' PP18513 Patented PBRAF

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Awards Won

2009 - Visitor Favorites
  -University of Guelph