The Goldflame Spirea, also known as Spiraea japonica 'Goldflame', is a deciduous shrub that is prized for its fiery copper-ish bright green foliage and showy flowers.

The Goldflame Spirea is native to Japan, China, and Korea, and was introduced to North America as an ornamental plant in the 1800s. Since then, it's been a favorite for gardeners and homeowners alike.

Goldflame Spirea typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet, with a spread of 3-4 feet. The upright-mounded shrub has a dense, bushy growth habit, but only needs moderate pruning.

It produces clusters of small pink flowers from late spring to early summer that attract butterflies. But the most striking feature of the Goldflame Spirea is its foliage.

In early spring, the foliage is a vibrant reddish-orange color and matures to a bright yellow-green. And by fall, the foliage turns a glimmering orange and red that earns it its Goldflame name.

The Goldflame Spirea is also easy to grow. It adapts well to different soil types, from clay soil to sandy soil, as long as it's evenly moist soil, but moderately drained enough to prevent root rot. Otherwise, only direct sunlight is important. It grows and flowers best with the full sun, but can deal with part shade.

Apart from that, the plant is relatively low maintenance and requires only occasional pruning in the late winter or early spring. Then you can just enjoy your Goldflame spirea as a border plant, low hedge, or specimen plant. This versatile plant can fit whatever design you want for your garden!

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