
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Golden-yellow foliage with bright pink flower clusters
Growth Habit
Compact
Bloom Season
Spring to early summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Ornamental Flowering Shru
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
60–90 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
60–75 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Sunny location
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Spiraea 'Garnet 'n' Gold' provide colorful foliage through the growing season?
Can Spiraea 'Garnet 'n' Gold' provide colorful foliage through the growing season?
Yes. Its ornamental foliage offers attractive seasonal color, making it a standout feature in borders and landscape plantings.
Do the leaves change color during autumn?
Do the leaves change color during autumn?
Yes. The foliage often develops richer seasonal shades in autumn, extending the shrub's ornamental appeal.
Will pruning after flowering help maintain its shape?
Will pruning after flowering help maintain its shape?
Yes. Light pruning after flowering encourages a tidy, compact form and supports healthy new growth.
Can the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Can the flowers attract bees and butterflies?
Yes. The flower clusters attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.
How is Spiraea 'Garnet 'n' Gold' different from Goldflame spirea?
How is Spiraea 'Garnet 'n' Gold' different from Goldflame spirea?
Spiraea 'Garnet 'n' Gold' is valued for its distinctive foliage color combination, while Goldflame spirea is known for its bronze-red new growth that matures to golden-yellow foliage.