weigela
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of flowering shrub: A deciduous shrub belonging to the honeysuckle family, widely cultivated in gardens for its showy, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. The flowers are typically white, pink, or red.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden's border was brightened by a mature weigela covered in pink blooms.
- She planted a red weigela next to the patio to attract hummingbirds.
- Pruning the weigela immediately after it flowers encourages healthy growth for the next season.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: In gardening discussions, "weigela" often appears when discussing companion planting, pruning techniques, or landscape design for seasonal color.
- For a layered effect, consider underplanting your weigela with spring bulbs.
Variants and Related Words
- Weigela florida: The botanical name for the most common species of weigela.
- Weigela florida 'Variegata' is a popular cultivar known for its cream-edged leaves.
Synonyms
- Bush: A general term for a shrub.
- Shrub: A woody plant smaller than a tree.
- Ornamental shrub: A shrub grown primarily for decorative purposes.
Related Phrases
- Weigela hedge: A row of weigela shrubs planted to form a boundary or screen.
- They planted a weigela hedge that provides both privacy and a spectacular spring display.
Related Idioms
(This word is a specific botanical term and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)
Noun
- deciduous shrub widely cultivated for its white or pink or red flowers