Decora Weigela (Weigela decora)

Family: Caprifoliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Weigela decora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - cooked. They can be boiled with rice or millet. — Young leaves - cooked.; They can be boiled with rice or millet.

Habitat & North American Range

In sunny places at elevations of 100 - 2300 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)