Weigela plant named ‘Brigela’

Abstract

A new and distinct red-flowered Weigela hybrida cultivar is provided that originated as a spontaneous mutation of unknown causation of the ‘Bristol Ruby’ cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 492). The new cultivar can be readily distinguished by the presence of attractive variegated foliage which is yellow-green towards the center with a lighter yellow-green and/or yellow margin and a reddish edge, and a compact growth habit. The plant vigor is good and the new cultivar is well suited for growing in U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zones 5 to 8.

I claim:  
     
       1. A new and distinct  Weigela hybrida  cultivar having the following combination of characteristics: 
       (a) Forms attractive red flowers that tend to fade as they mature, 
       (b) Forms attractive variegated foliage that is yellow-green towards the center with a lighter yellow-green and/or yellow margin and a reddish edge unlike its ‘Bristol Ruby’ parent cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 492), 
       (c) Exhibits a more compact growth habit than the ‘Bristol Ruby’ cultivar, and 
       (d) Exhibits good vigor; 
       substantially as illustrated and described.