Kerria japonica 'Golden Guinea'

Golden Guinea Kerria

Kerria japonica ‘Golden Guinea’ (Japanese Kerria)

A deciduous shrub with a graceful, arching habit, Kerria japonica ‘Golden Guinea’ is prized for its exceptionally large, single, bright golden-yellow flowers that bloom in mid to late spring. The open, simple blooms give a more natural, wild-rose appearance compared to double forms. Slender green stems provide notable winter interest, while soft green foliage fills in through the growing season and turns yellow in fall.

Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Size: 6–8′ W × 6–8′ H
USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Arching, vase-shaped to spreading

Light: Part shade to full sun (best flowering with some sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; adaptable
Water: Moderate; tolerates some dry shade once established

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Large single flowers provide a more refined, natural look than double cultivars. Excellent for woodland edges, shaded borders, and informal hedges. Adds bright spring color to darker garden areas and pairs well with ferns and other shade perennials.

Care:
Prune immediately after flowering to shape and encourage new growth. Remove suckers to control spread if needed. Rejuvenate older plants by cutting back hard every few years. Tolerates urban conditions.








 

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

6-8'

Width

4-8'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green, Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Average, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Mass Planting, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Arching, Spreading

Bark

Rough

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No