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Kerria japonica 'Jew'S Mantle / Struik / 3L
Kerria japonica
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Bright yellow flowers in spring
- Attractive upright, arching and bushy habit
- Deciduous green foliage with yellow autumn colour
- Valuable winter and stem interest
- Supports pollinators and wildlife
Overview
Kerria japonica 'Jew's Mantle' is a robust, deciduous shrub valued for its upright, arching, and bushy growth habit. From March to June, it produces lovely yellow flowers that brighten up borders and garden spaces, offering wonderful pollinator support. With its vibrant green foliage that turns a striking yellow in autumn, alongside excellent winter and stem interest, this shrub brings reliable seasonal appeal throughout the year.
Why We Love It
- Produces cheerful yellow blooms from spring into early summer.
- Features an elegant upright and arching habit that adds wonderful shape to borders.
- Provides year-round appeal with stem interest and winter charm.
- Supports local pollinators during the flowering season.
- Easy to grow and maintain in the garden.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Kerria japonica |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flowering Season | Spring to early summer |
| Growth Habit | Upright, arching, suckering, bushy |
| Mature Height | 150–250 cm |
| Mature Spread | 150–250 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 |
Growing Guide
| Position | Thrives in full sun, sun and part shade, partial shade, or even shade. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Adaptable to any fertile soil texture including clay, loam, sand, and chalk. |
| Drainage | Prefers free-draining, well-drained, or moisture-retentive drainage. |
| Watering | Requires a moderate water need with average to moist conditions. |
| Pruning | Prune during May or June following pruning group 2 instructions. Deadheading is optional. |
Perfect For
- Borders (middle or back)
- Cottage gardens
- Shade gardens
- Woodland planting schemes
Good to Know
- This plant offers extended seasonal interest, featuring attractive stems during the winter months.
- Requires no winter protection and no support structures.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | C3 potted (3 litre pot) |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy |
| Wildlife Value | Provides pollinator support |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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