Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame'
Also called:
Japanese Spiraea
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Rosaceae
Deciduous
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Oregon Native?
Yes
West State Native?
Yes
Japan
Flower:
Red
Blooms from :
Jun
to:
Aug
Panicles of rosy red flowers rise above the foliage
Foliage:
Green
Leaves alternate, simple, oval-lanceolate, 2.5-7.5 cm long, bronze gold, with some red, in spring, yellow-green in summer, copper orange in fall.
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
3-4'
Spread:
3-4'
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
Soil Needs
Average, medium moisture, well-drained. Tolerates a wide range; prefers rich, moist loams
Fertilizer Needs:
Recommended Mulch:
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
Yes
Attracts Birds?
No
Supports Butterflies?
Yes
Wildlife use description: