Goldmound Spirea
Spiraea japonica 'Goldmound'
A compact deciduous shrub that brings year-round color with bright golden-yellow foliage that transitions through orange and red in fall. Pink flower clusters appear in late spring, creating a stunning contrast against the golden leaves. This low-maintenance beauty is perfect for mass plantings, borders, and foundation plantings.
Harvest
N/Ad
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun for best color
Zones
3–8
USDA hardiness
Height
4-6 feet
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Goldmound Spirea · Zones 3–8
Growing Details
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Complete Growing Guide
Soil: Clay, High Organic Matter, Loam (Silt), Shallow Rocky. Soil pH: Alkaline (>8.0). Drainage: Good Drainage. Height: 4 ft. 0 in. - 6 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 4 ft. 0 in. - 7 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: 3 feet-6 feet. Growth rate: Rapid. Maintenance: Double Play® Candy Corn® Bright orange foliage. 'Gold Mound' Showy small pink flowers that appear in late spring 'Lime Mound' Compact in habit boasting showy small pink flowers 'Little Princess'Small pink flower clusters; compact, rounded habit; 2-3 feet tall. CPP cultivar 'Neon Flash'Neon red flowers; up to 3 feet tall and wide; leaves turn burgundy in fall 'Shirobana'Rose, pink and white blooms on each plant; compact habit; reaches 3 feet high and wide., Double Play® Candy Corn®, 'Gold Mound', 'Lime Mound', 'Little Princess', 'Neon Flash', 'Shirobana'. Propagation: Seed, Stem Cutting. Regions: Coastal, Mountains, Piedmont.
Harvesting
Fruit is a dry, brown follicle.
Color: Brown/Copper. Type: Follicle.
Bloom time: Spring, Summer
History & Origin
Origin: Japan and China
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Drought, Erosion
- +Attracts: Height: 4 ft. 0 in. - 6 ft. 0 in., Width: 4 ft. 0 in. - 7 ft. 0 in.
- +Wildlife value: attracts butterflies
- +Fast-growing
- +Low maintenance
Considerations
- -High maintenance
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Lavender
Repels pests like aphids and spider mites, thrives in similar well-drained soil conditions
Catmint
Deters ants and rodents, complements spirea's bloom time with extended flowering
Daylilies
Provides complementary summer blooms while spirea offers spring color, similar water needs
Hosta
Thrives in partial shade created by mature spirea, provides contrasting foliage texture
Russian Sage
Excellent drought tolerance match, attracts beneficial insects while deterring harmful pests
Coral Bells
Tolerates similar light conditions, colorful foliage complements spirea's golden leaves
Ornamental Grasses
Provides textural contrast and extends seasonal interest after spirea blooms fade
Sedum
Shares preference for well-drained soil, attracts pollinators during spirea's bloom period
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Produces juglone toxin that can stunt spirea growth and cause leaf yellowing
Maple Trees
Creates dense shade and competes aggressively for nutrients, reducing spirea's flowering
Rhododendron
Requires acidic soil while spirea prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Generally disease resistant
Common Pests
Aphids, spider mites occasionally
Diseases
Powdery mildew in humid conditions, fire blight rarely