Lemon Princess Spirea – Live Flowering Shrub | 4 Inch Pot Plant | Spiraea japonica | Golden Foliage Landscape Plant
Brighten your garden with the vibrant color of Lemon Princess Spirea, a compact flowering shrub prized for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage and cheerful pink summer blooms. Unlike many gold-leaf varieties, Lemon Princess retains its bright foliage color throughout the growing season, providing months of landscape interest.
In summer, clusters of soft pink flowers cover the plant, attracting butterflies and pollinators while creating a beautiful contrast against the golden leaves. As autumn arrives, the foliage develops attractive pinkish-red tones, extending its seasonal appeal well into fall.
Its compact size and low-maintenance nature make Lemon Princess an excellent choice for borders, foundation plantings, mass plantings, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and container displays.
These healthy plants are shipped established in 4 inch nursery pots and are ready to thrive in your landscape.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Lemon Princess Spirea
✔️ 4 inch pot plant
✔️ Flowering landscape shrub
✔️ Healthy, rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Lemon Princess Spirea
Botanical Name: Spiraea japonica ‘Lemon Princess’
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to most garden soils
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Foliage Color: Bright golden-yellow
Fall Color: Pinkish-red
Flower Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Summer
Mature Height: Approximately 2–3 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 2–3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Container Friendly: Excellent
💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun to achieve the brightest foliage color and most abundant flowering. Light pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain a compact shape and encourages vigorous new growth.