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DREAM CATCHER®

Beautybush

Kolkwitzia amabilis

'Maradco'

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  • Colorful foliage
  • Easy care
  • Spring blooms
Description

Beautybush is known for putting on a spectacular flower show in the spring, but then fading into the landscape. Dream Catcher® beautybush changes that with beautiful golden leaves with tips of bronze that keep it interesting all season long. Pink trumpet-shaped flowers in spring have yellow throats. In the fall, foliage takes on a glowing golden-orange color. Gold foliage makes it less able to withstand full sun than other Kolkwitzia, so it's ideal for adding low-maintenance color and interest to the always-difficult dry shade conditions.

USDA Zone
4 - 8 (-30°F/-34°C)
Exposure
Part sun
Height
6 - 9'
Width
6 - 9'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Chartreuse

Soil

Any well-drained soil will do.

Pruning

Prune after flowering if desired. This is a very large plant with a natural arching habit which is best enjoyed given ample space and minimal regular pruning.

Uses

Specimen; hedge.

Growing Tips

Thanks to its tolerance for dry shade, this is a nice choice for planting under trees.