Kerria japonica
Japanese Kerria
Description
Kerria japonica is a deciduous shrub. Grows to 6 ft. high with an 8 ft. spread. Slender stems are yellowish green to brigh green in winter. Flowers are small and yellow, and fade in strong sunligt.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Foundation, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.