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Gold Flame Spirea

Spiraea Japonica 'Goldflame'

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Overview

Gold Flame Spirea (Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame') is a compact deciduous shrub with vibrant foliage that transitions from bronze-red to golden-yellow and finally to green. In summer, clusters of deep pink flowers bloom, attracting pollinators. It reaches 3-4 feet high and wide, preferring full sun to part shade. This hardy plant adapts well to various soils, requires minimal maintenance, and is perfect for accentuating borders or mixed gardens.(zone 4-8).

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 3–10Type ShrubClimate Alpine, Temperate
Gold Flame Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Goldflame') — In summer, clusters of deep pink flowers bloom, attracting pollinators

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Gold Flame Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Goldflame') — In summer, clusters of deep pink flowers bloom, attracting pollinators

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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