Midnight Wine Weigela (Weigela florida ‘Elvera’)

Midnight Wine Weigela (Weigela florida ‘Elvera’) is a miniature deciduous shrub valued for its deep burgundy foliage and tidy habit. Also known as Dwarf Purple Weigela, this compact selection adds bold color and texture to small-scale plantings, offering season-long contrast even without flowers.

Distinctive Features

Growing just 10 to 12 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide, Midnight Wine forms a dense, mounded shape with glossy, dark purple to near-black leaves. In spring, it produces occasional pink trumpet-shaped flowers, though its primary ornamental value comes from the foliage. The color holds well throughout the growing season, making it a reliable accent in any sunny bed or border.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate; needs regular moisture when establishing
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in small garden beds or edging plantings
• Accent in containers or patio planters
• Low hedge for walkways or borders
• Contrast plant in perennial or rock gardens
• Colorful element in modern or minimalist designs

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune in late spring or after flowering to maintain shape
• Water consistently during dry periods
• Mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weeds
• Fertilize in early spring to support foliage color
• Remove any reverted green shoots if they appear

Why Choose Midnight Wine Weigela

• Deep burgundy foliage adds bold contrast to garden beds
• Compact size is perfect for tight spaces and containers
• Low-maintenance and easy to grow in sunny areas
• Occasional pink blooms provide subtle seasonal interest
• An ideal miniature focal point with season-long color

Midnight Wine Weigela offers richly colored foliage and a compact form that make it an elegant focal point for borders, containers, and low-maintenance landscapes.