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Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon'

Also Known As

  • Smilacina japonica 'Golden Dragon'
  • Golden Dragon False Solomon's Seal

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon' plant details

Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From creeping rhizomes rise arching stems of alternating long elliptic, golden leaves terminating in a panicle of white flowers followed by fleshy red fruits which turn purple with age. Requires partial shade and moist well-drained soil. An outstanding and dramatic perennial species. Very rare.

Gardening facts about Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon' plant

How to Grow Maianthemum japonicum 'Golden Dragon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"-27"

  • shade
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 8"-24"

Width: 8"-18"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-60"

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  • even moisture
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