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Gold Mound Spirea
Pickup available at 1540 Gordon Road
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Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
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.
USDA Zones: 4-8
Plant Specifications
Height
2-3 feet
Spread
4 feet
Bloom Color
Pink; Foliage: Chartreuse, Orange
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Plant it in full sun and well-drained soil. Space Gold Mound spirea plants at least three feet apart to ensure adequate room for growth.
Feed
Fertilize with a slow-release fertilizer in early spring, and prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead or damaged branches and cutting back about one-third to one-half of the old growth to encourage vigor and shape.
Water
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system.
Prune
Prune annually in late winter to promote vigorous new growth.
Exposure
Full sun; Partial Sun