Plant description
Η Veigelia, also known as apple, is an upright, deciduous shrub of spherical growth. The maximum height and diameter of the plant reach 1-2 meters. It has very rich foliage of simple, oval leaves in bright green or variegated colors.
It blooms from late spring and summer with particularly rich flowering along all its branches. The flowers are bell-shaped, with a bright red, pink or purple color and therefore immediately attract attention.
Growing conditions – Care
It is planted singly or in clumps and is an ideal shrub for hedges. It is good to add manure or peat when planting it or later. It is suitable for all soils but with good drainage.
It prefers planting positions with plenty of light, but where it will not receive direct midday sun. It has moderate irrigation water requirements and exhibits excellent resistance to cold, air pollution and coastal plantings.
It is pruned after flowering.
