Old-fashioned weigela

Weigela florida (Bunge) A.DC.

Family: Caprifoliaceae

Pet & Human Safety

People: Not researchedPets: Not on the ASPCA lists as we read them

Hazardous parts

Not yet checked.

Preparation

none: ornamental

Hazard type

Not yet checked.

Hazard route

Not yet checked.

How complete this information is

We have not researched the safety of this plant yet.

Toxic to pets

No ASPCA entry found.

Dogs, cats and horses: ASPCA was searched by species and common names and has no page that assesses this plant. Neither NC State nor RHS says anything about toxicity, so no all-clear is given.

PlotAndPetal cannot tell you whether a plant you found can be eaten. Only someone who can see the plant can identify it.

Poison control

If someone has collapsed, cannot be woken, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing, call 911 now. For any other possible poisoning, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.

Emergency number source: U.S. federal law (47 U.S.C. § 251(e)(3)), read 2026-10-07.

Naturalist Lore

Historical Background & Breeding Lore

The history of this plant and its name, and how it was bred, where we have them.

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Care

Hardiness zones: USDA 4a-6b and 8a-8b per NC State (as the page lists them); RHS H6 per RHS. CA: not confirmed no Canadian zone source.
Light: Full sun to light shade; best flowering and foliage color in full sun (NC State). RHS: full sun or part shade.
Water needs: moderate
Mature size: unit: ft; scope: species, NC State figure; cultivars are often smaller

Soil & Drainage

Pruning & Flush Rhythm

Feeding Schedule

How to prepare the soil, when and what to feed, and how and when to prune where that applies.

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