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Kerria japonica 'Picta'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Kerria japonica 'Picta' (Japanese kerria) bears showy, bright yellow and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. This deciduous shrub is arching in form and has variegated white and greyish green foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and evergreen. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning deciduous shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Kerria japonica 'Picta' tolerates drought.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Kerria japonica 'Picta' (Japanese kerria) may be invasive.