Jew's Mantle
Kerria japonica
Common Name: Jew's Mantle
Genus: Kerria
Species: japonica
Cultivar: ‘Pleniflora’
William Kerr was a plant collector employed by Kew Gardens, he discovered Kerria japonica.
Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubs
Growth Rate: Average
| Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 2.50 m (250 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade | Spread: 3.00 m (300 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Gold, Yellow |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: April & May |
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained or Moist, but well drained
This deciduous shrub has bright green, upright stems and bright green leaves. Golden yellow, double flowers that resemble pom-poms are produced from mid to late spring.
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