A very dwarf, gold-leafed Spirea that grows well in full sun. The new leaves are a light bronze colour before turning yellowish-gold. Covered in stunning clusters of pink flowers at the ends of branches from late spring to mid summer.
Growth Habit: Compact, Mounded
Mature Height: 30 - 50cm (12 - 15in.)
Mature Spread: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30in.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Attracts Butterflies
Flowering Time: June - July
Foliage Colour: Bronze-green, turning yellowish-gold, then copper-bronze in the fall.
Light: Full sun. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Provide well-drained, enriched soil. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous ShrubGrowth Habit: Compact, Mounded
Mature Height: 30 - 50cm (12 - 15in.)
Mature Spread: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30in.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Attracts Butterflies
Ornamental Features
Flower Colour: Bright pinkFlowering Time: June - July
Foliage Colour: Bronze-green, turning yellowish-gold, then copper-bronze in the fall.
Care
General Maintenance: Prune in early spring up to 1/3 of growth to reshape and rejuvenate. Remove spent flowers to promote continuous bloom.Light: Full sun. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Provide well-drained, enriched soil. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
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