How to Propagate Weigela
Weigela florida
| Methods | Stem cutting |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Best season | Summer |
| Time to root | 4–6 weeks |
| Group | Outdoor / garden |
An easy-rooting flowering shrub, similar in difficulty to forsythia and butterfly bush. Softwood cuttings taken in early summer root reliably.
Stem cutting
- Cut a 4-inch softwood tip.
- Insert into moist, well-draining mix.
- Keep humid.
When to propagate
Early to mid summer.
Common problems
Cutting wilted. Cover loosely for humidity.
Questions people ask
Do I need rooting hormone? Not required — this shrub roots readily without it, though it can improve consistency.
Related
Soil & cutting methods hub · Similar plants: Forsythia, Butterfly Bush