Botanical profile

Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame'

Latin name
Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame'
Common name
Japanese Spirea 'Goldflame'
Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Spiraea japonica ‘Goldflame’ is a summer spirea prized for its evolving colorful foliage and sustained pink blossoms. This deciduous shrub develops a rounded shape, slightly wider than it is tall, perfect for bright beds and borders. Its young foliage emerges coppery red in spring, turns golden yellow in summer, then takes on orange hues in autumn. In summer, corymbs of vibrant pink flowers elegantly contrast with the golden foliage. Hardy and easy to grow, it prefers a sunny exposure and well-drained soil to maximize color intensity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small, discreet brown follicles
Foliage color
Coppery red in spring, golden yellow in summer, orange in autumn
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
80 to 100 cm (31 to 39 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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