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Leggy Growth in Weigela
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Weigela florida is a deciduous shrub renowned for its abundant tubular flowers in shades of pink, red, or white that bloom throughout late spring and early summer
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Weigela care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Weigela. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Full sun to partial shade; flowering is most profuse in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
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Fertiliser
Light feeding with balanced fertilizer in early spring; avoid high nitrogen which promotes foliage at expense of flowers
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Symptoms to look for in Weigela
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Weigela
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Weigela
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Weigela
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Weigela
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.