Spiraea x vanhouttei 'Levgold' PP19,308 ~ First Editions® Firegold® Spirea 2ft-height Clumps tend to die back

Clumps tend to die back in the center every 2-3 years and should be divided and replanted

IMAGES: Peter Chadzidocev

is a popular and attractive tree known for its unique peeling bark and graceful form

and mildew

Cut foliage to ground in late winter before new foliage emerges

Spiraea x vanhouttei 'Levgold' PP19,308 ~ First Editions® Firegold® Spirea 2ft-height Clumps tend to die backFiregold Spirea is a dense upright mounding deciduous shrub with oval leaves that are soft yellow on new growth and matures to lemon yellow before turning lemon lime in fall. Large panicles of white flattop flower cluster arch from the plant in later spring to summer. Grows best in full sun and well drained soils. Removed spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. Type: Shrub Origins: S. trilobata x S. cantoniensis Hybrid Height: 4' 6' Spread: 5 7'