| Spiraea thunbergii 'Mellow Yellow' | USDA Zone: 4-8 |
Mellow Yellow Spirea is bathed in stunning clusters of white flowers along the branches in early spring before the leaves. It has attractive chartreuse deciduous foliage which emerges yellow in spring. The tiny grassy leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding orange in the fall.
A wonderful garden shrub with thin, loose branches covered in white flowers in spring; attractive lemon-yellow foliage all season long, very fine textured and refined, forms a compact rounded ball; a great color accent for the shrub border.
Mellow Yellow Spirea is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
Bloom Time: Spring
Attracts Butterflies
Low Maintenance
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| More About Mellow Yellow Spirea |
| Height: 3-4 ft |
Spread: 3-4 ft |
Flower Colour: White Shades |
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Mellow Yellow Spirea should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Spirea does not require regular pruning, but can be trimmed after flowering to encourage a fresh flush of colorful new growth. Though it should be watered regularly its first season, once it is established, spirea tolerates dry conditions quite well. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
