Kerria Japonica is a vigorous, deciduous flowering shrub. It will grow almost anywhere and soon develops into a thicket of tall stems bearing double, yellow flowers from mid to late spring. The beautiful yellow flowers are surrounded by bright green, oval leaves.
Kerria Japonica Golden Guinea is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of vibrant color and unique charm to their landscape. This deciduous shrub is known for its bright yellow flowers, lush green foliage, and versatility. 'Golden Guinea' is renowned for its stunning bright yellow, semi-double flowers that bloom in spring, typically from March to May. The vibrant color can illuminate any garden space and provide a cheerful display. This variety not only blooms in spring but may also produce additional flowers in the summer, extending the visual interest in the garden. The plant features lush, serrated green leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop for the bright flowers. The foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season. While the flowers are the main attraction, the foliage may also provide some fall color, adding to the garden's seasonal appeal.
'Golden Guinea' typically grows to about 90 to 120 cm tall and wide, making it suitable for smaller gardens, borders, or containers. Its compact nature allows it to fit well in various garden designs without overwhelming other plants. This shrub can be used in various settings, including mixed borders, cottage gardens, or as a foundation planting.
Kerria japonica 'Golden Guinea' is relatively low maintenance. It requires minimal pruning and care, making it ideal for busy gardeners or those new to gardening. This plant is generally pest-resistant and not prone to many diseases, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
One of the significant advantages of 'Golden Guinea' is its ability to thrive in partial to full shade. This makes it an excellent choice for those tricky shaded areas in the garden where many other plants struggle to grow. Its shade tolerance makes it an ideal choice for woodland or naturalistic gardens, where it can blend beautifully with other shade-loving plants.
Its compact size and dense growth habit make it perfect for borders, hedges, or as a low-maintenance edging plant along pathways or garden beds.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.