Zone 6 · Weigela
Planting Weigela in Zone 6
Weigela florida
✅ Weigela thrives in zone 6 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Weigela outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in spring. Hummingbird magnet; prune lightly after bloom.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around April 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
May – June
Peak bloom
May
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
60"
Spacing
48" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Weigela in zone 6
Plant in spring. Hummingbird magnet; prune lightly after bloom.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Weigela peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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