Weigela florida 'Towers Of Flowers Cherry'

Weigela florida ‘Towers of Flowers® Cherry’: Cherry-Red Blooms on a Slim, Upright Column

A Proven Winners® weigela with a fresh, space-smart silhouette, Weigela florida ‘Towers of Flowers® Cherry’ blooms in a way that feels bold and beautifully vertical. Large cherry-red flowers appear in clusters along the entire length of its columnar stems in early to mid spring, creating a top-to-bottom display instead of bloom only at the tips. It often adds a light encore of flowers sporadically through summer, keeping the shrub lively after the main show. The upright, narrow vase-shaped habit brings height and colour without widening out and crowding the bed.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 90–120 cm
• Spread: 60–90 cm
• Flower Colour: Cherry-red
• Flowering Period: Early to mid spring, with sporadic bloom in summer
• Foliage: Deciduous green foliage
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil

Uses and Benefits: Ideal for narrow beds, tight foundation plantings, and modern landscapes, this weigela acts like a flowering vertical accent. Use it to punctuate mixed shrub borders, flank an entry, or create a repeating rhythm where you want upright structure without bulk. The cherry-red flowers bring strong spring colour and are a draw for pollinators, while the slim habit keeps plantings looking clean, layered, and intentional.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun for the strongest flowering and the densest habit, with part shade suitable in warmer exposures. Water regularly during the first growing season, then water during extended dry spells to support healthy growth and bud set. Choose well-drained soil and mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. If shaping is needed, prune right after the main spring bloom, keeping cuts light so you preserve the plant’s naturally upright form.

History: Weigela florida has long been valued as a dependable spring-flowering shrub, and the Towers of Flowers® selections were chosen for their distinctive columnar stems and bloom pattern that runs the full length of each shoot. ‘Towers of Flowers® Cherry’ brings that design-forward structure together with saturated cherry-red flowers for a modern, high-impact spring display.

Final Thoughts: When you want spring bloom with a slimmer footprint and a strong vertical look, Weigela florida ‘Towers of Flowers® Cherry’ delivers vibrant colour in a tidy, upright form that fits beautifully into today’s gardens.