Growing zones
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- Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Mature Plant Size (H x W):
18-30" x 18-30" 
Bloom Season:
Spring, Summer
- Attracts Bees
- Low Maintenance
- Award Winning
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
Planting & Care for My Monet Purple Effect™ Weigela
- My Monet Purple Effect™ Weigela boasts dynamic foliage that transitions from green to purple, creating a captivating visual display throughout the seasons.
- Ideal for smaller gardens or container planting, this Weigela maintains a compact size while still offering a striking presence with its vibrant colors.
- Enjoy a prolonged flowering season as My Monet Purple Effect™ produces charming pink blooms from spring to summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
- With minimal care requirements, this Weigela is perfect for those seeking a beautiful addition to their garden without the need for extensive upkeep.
- Plant as a border plant, in mixed beds, or as a standalone feature.
Opening Plant Material
- Bare Root - Cut open the bundle (top and roots are tied) and separate all the plants. Soak roots in buckets of water until planted. Each plant type will be labeled separately for identification. Do not expose the roots to sun. They should never dry out. Keep roots covered. All bare root plants must be trimmed when planted.
- Containers - Completely saturate the container plant by putting it in a larger container of water until the water stops bubbling. Remove the plant from the container.
Planting Containers
- Plant March – November
- Dig a hole no deeper than the depth of the container, and at least 6" wider than the container on the sides.
- Slide plant from out of the pot by tapping on the bottom of the pot.
- With a shovel or knife, trim the bottom 2" off of the root ball.
- Rotate the plant to the proper position. Never lift or move plants by the tops.
- Place the root ball in the hole.
- Adjust the plant height so the root crown is slightly higher than the ground.
- Place fertilizer packets into the bottom of the hole (if purchased).
- Backfill the hole with soil, making sure the top of the root ball is visible and slightly higher than the soil around it.
- Firm the soil around the plant. Water well to settle soil around the root ball.
- Water frequently when newly planted.
Pruning - After Planting
- Bare Root - Prune all bare root plants to reduce transplant shock and ensure success. Pruning should occur either before or as soon as possible after planting. All pruning should be done with a sharp pruning shears.
- Cut back some branches to improve general shape. Cut the shrub back to at least ½ its original size to promote new growth from the base.
- Containers - Although it is not essential for container plants to be pruned after planting, a light pruning to remove any broken branches during shipment and improve shape will help the looks of your new planting.
Pruning - Throughout the Season
- Keep bushes young and packed with blooms by removing one in three of the oldest flowering stems when blooms turn fade.
- Prune in July.
Watering - After Planting
- Plants typically take approximately 6 weeks to establish new roots in your soil. During this period, water plants as often as every 2-4 days at the start and at least a minimum of once per week.
- Beyond the 6 week establishment period, water once per week, unless rain occurs.
Watering - Throughout the Season
- After the first season, plants should only be watered during extended periods without rain.
- How do you know if your plants need water? The easiest way to tell is to touch the soil around the roots. If it is moist, there is no need to water. If it is dry, give it a good soaking with the hose end (no nozzle) watering the soil only, not the leaves.
Planting & Handling Help
Download our Planting and Handling Guide below to plan for a successful arrival and install of your plants. Be sure to water all plants as soon as they arrive and every day until you’re ready to plant. Keep any bare root bundles in a shady, cool spot with the roots covered at all times.
Learn More
Watch our videos on handling bare root plants, how your order is prepared for shipment and more.
Plant Sizing
What is the difference between Containers, Grow Bags, Bare Root, and Balled & Burlap (B&B)?
Shipping Times
Our FedEx and local shipping times depend on two factors, one is by the region and the second is the type of product being shipped. For example, small fruits are only shipped in spring, but majority of our perennials are shipped from spring until fall. Keep in mind the dates below act as a general guide. Due to unpredictable weather, staffing, inventory and industry demands these timelines can change. Therefore, we cannot guarantee any of these times.
Shipping Dates by Region*
Northern Cold Region: April 22nd - November 7th
Northern Region: April 15th - November 7th
Middle Region: April 1st - November 7th
Southern Region: March 15th - November 7th
Local Delivery (small radius from Waterloo, WI): April 22nd - November 7th
Shipping Dates by Season*
Spring Shipping: Region Start Date (above) - May
Fall Shipping: September - November
Due to unpredictable weather, these times may vary. Some varieties are exceptions due to heat and plant health reasons. Enter your shipping zip code at the top of this page and be sure to check the shipping information on each product before you add it to your cart. If the product is too large or restricted in your state, you will not be able to checkout with that item in your cart.