Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'

Latin name: Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'
Common Name: Japanese spirea 'Lemon Princess'
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Dwarf
Botanical family: Rosaceae

Description

Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess' is a small, compact shrub that is highly decorative thanks to its bright lemon-yellow foliage, which provides soft, stable light to the garden. Its summer flowering of small, soft pink inflorescences adds a delicate, contrasting touch. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, or colorful beds, it maintains a beautiful, natural rounded shape without frequent pruning. Very hardy, easy to grow, and drought-resistant, it combines visual softness and ease of care in a very versatile format.

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

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: YELLOW

Height: 60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width: 1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate: fast

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Répulsif
Aide à repousser certains nuisibles

Répulsif

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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