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KERRIA japonica 'Golden Guinea'
Commonly known as Batchelor's buttons, Japanese rose
Large, single yellow flowers
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DeciduousOvate, pointed, sharply toothed, bright green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Yellow
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSuckering shrub with arching green shoots. Produces large, solitary flowers 5-6cm (2-2½in) across. The bright green stems are conspicuous in winter
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
KERRIA japonica 'Golden Guinea'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesTrouble freePlace of originChina, Japan
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderWoodland gardenIn an open position
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Leaf marginSerrate
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 2Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Seasonal InterestSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Biochar soil improver
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