Cherry Prinsepia vs Tango Weigela - TreeTime.ca

Cherry Prinsepia vs Tango Weigela

Prinsepia sinensis

Weigela florida Tango

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Cherry Prinsepia
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Cherry Prinsepia is an attractive, cold hardy shrub with thorny stems and a rounded shape.

Primarily used for its shrub and hedge characteristics, Cherry Prinsepia is also grown for its ornamental fruit. Tart in flavor, the red berries are edible and enjoyed by birds and humans alike.

If deer are an issue on your property, try planting Cherry Prinsepia in a tight row to create a dense hedge to deter them.

Tango Weigela is one of the smallest weigelas. Its compact form makes it ideal for urban yards or areas with limited space. The red, funnel shaped flowers with yellow throats are eye catching and fragrant. Good for borders, hedges, and foundation plantings, you'll love this new addition to your yard.

Cherry Prinsepia Quick Facts

Tango Weigela Quick Facts

Zone: 3b
Zone: 3a
Height: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Height: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium


Flowers: yellow-white
Flowers: small pink/purple
Fruit: showy, red cherries
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no