Weigela hybrid Prism™ Inferno

Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies for its tubular, nectar-rich blooms.

Offers extended feeding opportunities during its long bloom season.

Deer resistant, as foliage is not preferred browsing material.

Spring: New growth emerges and first bloom begins.

Summer: Continued color from rebloom and lush foliage.

Fall: Foliage maintains strong color until frost, adding end-of-season interest.

Winter: Compact structure provides visual texture in dormant landscapes.

– Perfect for borders, small hedges, mixed beds, containers, foundation plantings, and pollinator gardens

Dense, dark green foliage with bronze or burgundy undertones in full sun.

Glossy, lance-shaped leaves hold their color all season, providing strong contrast to vivid flowers.

Compact growth habit gives it a tidy, full appearance even when not in bloom.

Produces clusters of intense scarlet-red tubular flowers along the stems.

Main bloom occurs in late spring to early summer, with scattered rebloom into late summer.

The fiery red blooms are vivid and abundant, standing out dramatically against the darker foliage.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and equal in depth.

Loosen surrounding soil and mix in compost or organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.

Position the shrub so the top of the root ball is level with the ground surface, backfill carefully, and water deeply to settle.

Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch (bark, wood chips, or compost) around the base to conserve moisture and reduce weeds—keeping mulch away from direct contact with the stems.

Space plants 18–24 inches apart for borders or group plantings.

Prune immediately after flowering in late spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Remove any spent flower clusters to extend blooming.

Thin out older stems every 2–3 years to rejuvenate and improve airflow.

Avoid heavy pruning in midsummer or fall, as this removes next season’s buds.

Keep soil consistently moist during establishment.

Once mature, tolerates moderate drought but performs best with regular watering during dry or hot spells.

Ensure good drainage—avoid soggy soils that can cause root rot.

Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily) for maximum bloom and richest foliage color.

Tolerates light partial shade, but may produce fewer blooms and slightly less vibrant foliage.

After blooming, small dry, brown seed capsules may form—non-ornamental and can be pruned off for neatness.

For propagation, softwood cuttings in early summer are preferred.

Plant is primarily valued for its flower and foliage display rather than fruit.

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10) in early spring before new growth starts.

Avoid overfertilizing—too much nitrogen leads to excessive foliage with fewer flowers.

Enrich soil annually with compost or organic mulch to maintain fertility and moisture balance.

Insect-pollinated, mainly by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds attracted to tubular blooms.

Self-fertile, though cross-pollination with other Weigela varieties can increase seed production.

Flowers are rich in nectar and highly attractive to pollinators.

Perennials: Salvia, Coreopsis, Nepeta, and Veronica to complement the bright bloom tones.

Shrubs: Spiraea, Potentilla, or Berberis for foliage contrast.

Evergreens: Boxwood, Thuja, or Dwarf Juniper for structure and year-round texture.

Pairs beautifully with contrasting leaf tones like chartreuse Heuchera or variegated ornamental grasses.