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KERRIA japonica 'Pleniflora'

Commonly known as Batchelor's buttons, Japanese rose

Double yellow
  • Deciduous
    Ovate, pointed, sharply toothed, bright green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
  • Yellow
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Vigorous, upright, suckering shrub with arching shoots. Produces plentiful pompon flowers 3cm (1¼in) across. Winter shoots are an attractive green colour
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

KERRIA japonica 'Pleniflora'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Trouble free
    Place of origin
    China, Japan
  • Flower Shape
    Double
    Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Woodland garden
    In an open position
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Serrate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 2
    Suitable 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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
Jan
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3m (10ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2.5m (8ft)
  

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