Stachyurus praecox 'Aureomarginata'

Also Known As

Stachyurus praecox 'Kibusi'
Aureomarginata Chinese Catkin Tree
Spiketail
Yellow Margin Chinese Catkin Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Stachyurus praecox 'Aureomarginata' plant details

Stachyurus praecox 'Aureomarginata' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with gold, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachyurus praecox 'Aureomarginata'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: stachyuraceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: dangling flowers, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachyurus praecox 'Aureomarginata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stachyurus is a deciduous shrub with early spring flowers that bloom before the foliage emerges. The flowers are yellow-green, pendant, 4" catkin-like racemes that hang from the branches like a curtain. Its green leaves with yellow margins may turn rosy red and yellow in fall. The genus name comes from the Greek words stachys (spike) and oura (tail) in reference to the flowers. Plants in this genus are sometimes commonly called spiketail, also in reference to the flowers. 10'Tx8'W at most. May remain half that size. It prefers humusy acidic, well-draining, moist soil. It takes a fair amount of water for the first two years, and then doesn't want to be too wet.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

The butter-yellow racemes of flowers herald spring and bright, gold edged leaves extend the beauty throughout the summer. This is a full-sized 'Spiketail' shrub, with its burgundy arching stems and lovely fall color.