Spiraea japonica ‘Goldflame’
Family: Rosaceae
Common names: JAPANESE MEADOWSWEET, JAPANESE SPIREA, MAYBUSH
Synonym: Spiraea x bumalda goldflame
Native to: China, Japan
Sentiment: victory
Plant
Type: shrub
Forms: arching, clumping, dense form, erect
Leaves deciduous
Max height: 4 feet
Max width: 4 feet
Flower
pink
Leaf
green
new growth distinct
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Plant features: deciduous
Exposure: shade, sun
Landscape use: bonsai
Propagates by: seed
fall color
flowers in spring
flowers in summer
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zones: zone 4 -30 f, zone 5 to -20 f, zone 6 to -10 f, zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: -30 to +30 °F
Water: moderate, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
