Japanese Kerria
Kerria japonica 'Pleniflora'
Planted 2011
This bush is known for its beautiful yellow flowers that bloom profusely in the spring. There is a single variety and a double variety, and the flowers look like roses. It needs at least partial shade; it can tolerate soils that are occasionally dry. The leaves turn yellow in the fall.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft. | 10 ft. | 4-9 | Medium | Medium |
Leaf
Alternate, simple, and lanceolate shaped. Double toothed. Bright green in the summer, yellow in the fall.
Fruit
Acheme.
Flower
Yellow, can be double blooming. Rose-like. Blooming in the spring.
Advantages
Tolerates poor soils and occasional drought.
Disadvantages
Does not tolerate heavy clay soils, needs at least part shade.