Photo of Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'

Also Known As

  • Lemon Princess Japanese Spirea

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess' plant details

Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Only 1.5 to 2 feet tall. Bright lemon foliage spring through fall. Pink blooms in late summer. Compact mounded growth habit. Full sun to very light shade. Zones 4 - 8.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Brighter even than 'Goldmound' with a lemon-yellow color that holds up even better in summertime, this compact 2' mounder is STRIKING! Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess' plant

How to Grow Spiraea japonica 'Lemon Princess'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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