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CAT’S EYE™

Kerria

Kerria japonica

'Shandale'

PP#21,975

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Compact variegated Cat's Eye Kerria in landscape "}
  • Shade tolerant
  • Variegated foliage
  • Attractive stems
Description

Distinctive and shade tolerant. Cat's Eye kerria is a variegated sport of the cultivar 'Shannon' that lights up shady spots, providing season-long interest with creamy-white variegated foliage and bright yellow flowers in late spring. Slender bright green stems shine during the winter months. Compact, upright habit for good container presentation and garden performance.

USDA Zone
5 - 9 (-20°F/-28.9°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun, Shade
Height
1.5 - 3'
Width
1.5 - 3'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring, summer rebloom
Flower Color
Yellow
Foliage Color
Variegated

Soil

Moderately fertile, well-drained soils are best. Heavy fertilization may favor the production of foliage over flowers.

Pruning

Prune after spring bloom if desired. May bloom sporadically in summer.

Uses

Hedging; foundation plantings; mixed borders; specimen.

Growing Tips

Kerria is perhaps the best shrub for shade, producing colorful flowers and vivid green stems even in low light. It tolerates full sun, however, flowers are short-lived in such conditions. Benefits from periodic rejuvenation pruning.