About
A deciduous, suckering shrub, to around 2m high, with arching, lime green stems and oval-shaped, serrated green leaves up to 10cm long. Golden yellow flowers are produced in mid to late spring.
About the genus
Kerria are deciduous shrubs withgreen young shoots bearing simple, toothed leaves and rose-like, solitary 5-petalled flowers in mid-spring
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitSuckering, Bushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Good for woodland settings but may form large thickets and has the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well
PruningPruning group 3. Remove suckers if necessary in autumn or winter
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, or by division in autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)