Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
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Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
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Product ID#: sgmou
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Product Description
Sun Exposure
Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Bloom Time
Summer
Soil Conditions
Normal, Sandy, Clay/Heavy, Dry
Fall Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Color
Pink
Fruit Color
Brown
Mature Plant Size (H x W)
2-3' x 2-3'
Bring brilliance to your landscape with the Japonica Goldmound Spirea. This delightful shrub greets early spring with a burst of bright golden-yellow foliage, turning to a rich lime green as summer progresses. In late spring, it adorns itself with an array of pink flowers, attracting bees, butterflies, and admiring glances from your neighbors.
Say goodbye to high-maintenance gardening. The Japonica Goldmound Spirea thrives on minimal care, growing into a neat, rounded shape perfect for borders and foundation plantings. At 2-3 feet tall and wide, it’s the ideal size for versatile garden design. Plant it in direct sunlight and well-drained soil for the best results.
This Goldmound Spirea is deer-resistant and bounces back from winter dieback with a bit of late winter pruning. The Japonica Goldmound variety is particularly hardy, tolerating a range of soils and conditions. Plant this shrub in early spring to ensure it has enough time to adjust and develop roots, leading to a healthy and robust display of its vibrant yellowish foliage. With its colorful foliage, ease of care, and pollinator-friendly blooms, the Japonica Gold Mound Spirea promises to keep your garden dazzling all season long.
Create a Pollinator Paradise with Goldmound Spirea from McKay Nursery Transform your garden with the stunning Goldmound Spirea! Our plants, grown in Wisconsin, are hardy and ready to thrive in your landscape. With vibrant golden foliage, beautiful pink flowers, and easy-care nature, they’re perfect for any garden.
Don’t settle for drop-shipped plants; choose the quality and resilience of McKay Nursery. Order now and watch your garden flourish. For more information, contact us at [email protected] or call us at 920-478-2121.
Say goodbye to high-maintenance gardening. The Japonica Goldmound Spirea thrives on minimal care, growing into a neat, rounded shape perfect for borders and foundation plantings. At 2-3 feet tall and wide, it’s the ideal size for versatile garden design. Plant it in direct sunlight and well-drained soil for the best results.
This Goldmound Spirea is deer-resistant and bounces back from winter dieback with a bit of late winter pruning. The Japonica Goldmound variety is particularly hardy, tolerating a range of soils and conditions. Plant this shrub in early spring to ensure it has enough time to adjust and develop roots, leading to a healthy and robust display of its vibrant yellowish foliage. With its colorful foliage, ease of care, and pollinator-friendly blooms, the Japonica Gold Mound Spirea promises to keep your garden dazzling all season long.
Create a Pollinator Paradise with Goldmound Spirea from McKay Nursery Transform your garden with the stunning Goldmound Spirea! Our plants, grown in Wisconsin, are hardy and ready to thrive in your landscape. With vibrant golden foliage, beautiful pink flowers, and easy-care nature, they’re perfect for any garden.
Don’t settle for drop-shipped plants; choose the quality and resilience of McKay Nursery. Order now and watch your garden flourish. For more information, contact us at [email protected] or call us at 920-478-2121.
- Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Mature Plant Size (H x W):
2-3' x 2-3' 
Bloom Season:
Summer
Key features
- Attracts Bees
- Deer Resistant
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
- Stone Mulch
- Attracts Butterflies
- Cut Flower
- Attracts Pollinators
Planting Care
Planting & Care for Spirea Goldmound Deciduous Shrub
Preparation
- The Japonica Gold Mound will rebloom if deadheaded.
- This low-maintenance shrub will tolerate light shade and a wide variety of soils, though it prefers rich, moist loam.
- Spiraea Japonica Gold Mounds are very hardy shrubs that thrive in direct sunlight.
- Their tasteful blend of yellowish green foliage and pink flowers bloom well.
This shrub thrives in a wide range of well-drained soils but dislikes dry or very alkaline conditions. To enhance sandy patches, add plenty of rotted organic matter. - Ideal for informal hedges and mass planting along borders, Gold Mound Spirea should be planted in March-April or October-November.
- Prune in May through September.
- Encourage fast growth by gently working bone meal into the root area in spring and fall.
Opening Plant Material
- Bare Root: Cut open the bundle (the top and roots are tied) and separate all the plants. Soak the roots in buckets of water until planted. Each plant type will be labeled separately for identification. Do not expose the roots to the sun. They should never dry out. Keep the roots covered. All bare-root plants must be trimmed when planted.
- Containers: Completely saturate all container plants by putting them in a larger water container until they stop bubbling, then remove. Now, ready to plant. Dig a hole no deeper than the depth of the container and 6" or more, ensuring it’s wider on the sides.
Planting Bare Root
- Plant Bare root in fall. A good indicator of whether you can still plant is if the ground is still workable; you’re good to go. If a hard frost is expected, be sure to hold off on planting.
- Dig a hole at least 6" wider and the same depth as the root mass. The crown or graft of the plant should be slightly higher than the ground level where it was grown at the nursery.
- Trim off the broken roots and branches.
- Place fertilizer packets in the hole (if purchased). Do not place other fertilizers in the planting hole. *Use Our Recommended Fertilizer.
- Spread the roots and fill halfway with soil, then water until the soil settles completely, saturating the soil and planting pit.
- Re-adjust the shrub and fill the hole with the rest of the soil.
- Backfill the balance of the soil and water well.
- Check out our Planting & Handling Guide for additional planting information and illustrations.
Planting containers
- Plant in March-April or October-November.
- Slide the Gold Mound shrub from the pot by tapping on the bottom of the pot.
Trim the bottom 2" off the root ball for plants with a shovel or knife in plastic containers. - Rotate the Gold Mound shrub to the proper position. Never lift or move plants by the tops.
- Place the root ball in the hole.
- Notice where the base of the trunk flares out from the tree. This is called the root flare. This root flare should show when the tree is planted. If necessary, add soil under the ball to expose the root flare.
- Place fertilizer packets into the bottom of the hole (if purchased). *Use Our Recommended Fertilizer.
- Backfill the hole with soil, ensuring the top of the root ball is visible and slightly higher than the soil around it.
- Firm the soil around the plant. Water well to settle soil around the root ball.
Pruning - After Planting
- Bare Root: Prune ALL bare root plants to reduce transplant shock and ensure success. Pruning should occur either before or as soon after planting as possible. All pruning should be done with sharp pruning shears.
- Containers: Although it is not essential for containers to be pruned after planting, light pruning for shape, to remove any broken branches from shipping, or to thin out a heavily branched plant will help in the transplanting process and the appearance of your new planting.
Pruning - Throughout the Season
- Prune in May-September.
- Spring and summer flowering kinds that flower on older shoots – cut out from the base one older stem in three when blooms fade.
- Summer flowering varieties that bloom on the current year shoots – shorten all stems to 4 inches from the base from early to mid-spring.
- In early spring, cut all shoots to within 12 inches of the base to rejuvenate tall, old, woody varieties with little new growth.
Watering - After Planting
- Plants typically take approximately 6 weeks to establish new roots in your soil. During this period, water plants as often as every 2-4 days at the start and at least a minimum of once per week.
- Beyond the 6-week establishment period, water is used once per week unless rain occurs.
- Stick your finger into the soil around 3” to check soil moisture.
Watering - Throughout the Season
- After the first season, plants should only be watered during extended periods without rain.
- How do you know if your plants need water? The easiest way to tell is to touch the soil around the roots. If it is moist, there is no need to water. If dry, give it a good soak with the hose end (no nozzle), watering the soil only, not the leaves.
- Stick your finger into the soil around 3” to check soil moisture.
Frequently Asked Questions
When to cut back Goldmound Spirea?
After flowering, you can deadhead the spent flowers by shearing lightly to encourage some reblooming and maintain a compact shape. This will promote new growth, which offers the brightest foliage. For a more drastic rejuvenation or to keep the plant extra compact, prune branches at this time. This won't affect spring flowers since Goldmound spirea blooms on new wood.
Does Goldmound Spirea Like Sun or Shade?
Goldmound Spirea prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth and vibrant foliage. While it can tolerate some light shade, full sunlight ensures the best color and flower production. While it can tolerate light shade, Goldmound Spirea performs best in full sun. Partial shade may result in less vibrant foliage and fewer flowers.
What are the common pests that affect Spiraea Japonica Goldmound?
Japonica Goldmound Spirea is generally resistant to pests but can occasionally be affected by aphids and spider mites. Aphids suck sap from the leaves, causing distortion and potential transmission of diseases. Spider mites create fine webbing and cause stippling on the foliage.
Regularly monitoring and using appropriate pest control methods, such as insecticidal soap or neem oil, can help manage these pests.
Regularly monitoring and using appropriate pest control methods, such as insecticidal soap or neem oil, can help manage these pests.
How can I use Goldmound Spirea in landscaping?
Gold Mound Spirea is versatile in landscaping and can be used as a colorful accent plant, in mixed borders, or as a low hedge. Its vibrant yellow foliage provides a striking contrast to green and dark-leaved plants, adding visual interest.
It can also be planted in mass for a stunning ground cover or along walkways and garden edges for a defined look. Its compact size and bright flowers make it an excellent choice for adding seasonal color and texture to the garden.
It can also be planted in mass for a stunning ground cover or along walkways and garden edges for a defined look. Its compact size and bright flowers make it an excellent choice for adding seasonal color and texture to the garden.
What are good companion plants for Goldmound Spirea?
Other sun-loving perennials and shrubs, such as salvia and rudbeckia, are good companion plants for Gold Mound Spirea. These plants complement the spirea’s bright foliage and provide a variety of colors and textures throughout the growing season.
Ornamental grasses, such as blue fescue and miscanthus, add movement and contrast to the garden. Additionally, evergreens such as junipers and boxwoods can provide a year-round structure and backdrop for the spirea's seasonal color.
Ornamental grasses, such as blue fescue and miscanthus, add movement and contrast to the garden. Additionally, evergreens such as junipers and boxwoods can provide a year-round structure and backdrop for the spirea's seasonal color.
Planting & Handling Help
Download our Planting and Handling Guide below to plan for a successful arrival and install of your plants. Be sure to water all plants as soon as they arrive and every day until you’re ready to plant. Keep any bare root bundles in a shady, cool spot with the roots covered at all times.
Learn More
Watch our videos on handling bare root plants, how your order is prepared for shipment and more.
Plant Sizing
What is the difference between Containers, Grow Bags, Bare Root, and Balled & Burlap (B&B)?
Shipping Times
Our FedEx and local shipping times depend on two factors, one is by the region and the second is the type of product being shipped. For example, small fruits are only shipped in spring, but majority of our perennials are shipped from spring until fall. Keep in mind the dates below act as a general guide. Due to unpredictable weather, staffing, inventory and industry demands these timelines can change. Therefore, we cannot guarantee any of these times.
Shipping Dates by Region*
Northern Cold Region: April 22nd - November 7th
Northern Region: April 15th - November 7th
Middle Region: April 1st - November 7th
Southern Region: March 15th - November 7th
Local Delivery (small radius from Waterloo, WI): April 22nd - November 7th
Shipping Dates by Season*
Spring Shipping: Region Start Date (above) - May
Fall Shipping: September - November
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