Vibrant golden spring foliage, accented by clusters of pink flowers, cools to a yellowish green in summer then a rich, yellowish orange in fall. Great color addition to a shrub or perennial border, or to brighten patio or terrace in decorative containers. Deciduous.
 
Common Name: Goldmound Spirea
Botanical Name: Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
Watering Needs:Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
Botanical Pronunciation:spy-REE-a juh-PON-ih-kuh
Plant type:Shrub
Deciduous/evergreen:Deciduous
Sunset climate zones:2 - 10, 14 - 21
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Moderate growth to 2 to 3 ft. tall and 4 ft. wide.
Special features:Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Fall Color
Foliage color:Chartreuse
Blooms:Late Spring
Flower color:Pink
Flower attributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Garden styleCottage