Botanical profile

Spiraea japonica 'White Gold'

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

Spiraea japonica ‘White Gold’ is a compact summer-flowering spirea prized for its bright golden foliage and delicate white blooms. This deciduous shrub develops a rounded, dense habit, slightly wider than it is tall, making it ideal for borders, colorful mass plantings, and foundation plantings. Its golden-yellow foliage in spring maintains a beautiful brightness all summer long, creating an elegant contrast with its pure white corymbs of flowers that appear in early summer. Highly floriferous and easy to care for, this spirea attracts pollinators while maintaining a neat silhouette without excessive pruning. Hardy and adaptable, Spiraea japonica ‘White Gold’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to maintain the intensity of its coloration. It is an excellent choice for enlivening northern landscapes.

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
White
Fruiting
Small, discrete brown follicles
Foliage color
Variegated green yellow
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width
1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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