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Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport'

Also Known As

  • GYPSY ROSE

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport' plant details

Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: floriferous, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This little known form of an attractive and easy-going old-favorite enlivens the winter garden with its green stems and the summer border with its creamy-white flowers. PSh-Sh/M

Gardening facts about Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport' plant

How to Grow Kerria japonica 'Cream How. Sport'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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