← Back to the catalog

Festivus Gold

Physocarpus opulifolius 'Festivus Gold'

Festivus Gold

In growth

JFMAMJJASOND

In bloom

JFMAMJJASOND

Planting Guide

Spacing4-5 ft apart
Planting depthCrown at soil level
Chilling hours1
Life expectancy15+ years
Growth rateFast
Planted2023
BedTo Be Sorted

Growing Conditions

SunFull Sun
WaterAverage
Soil typeWell-draining, adaptable
Soil pH5.5-7.5
Zones3-7
Native statusCultivar

Appearance

TypeShrub
LeafOvate (Egg-shaped)
Foliage colourYellow/Gold
BloomWhite
FruitFollicle
EvergreenDeciduous

Root System

SystemFibrous/Adventitious Systems
MorphologyMixed Fine & Coarse
FunctionMixed Orders
PropagationSoftwood cuttings

Wildlife & Safety

AttractsBees
DeerDeer Resistant
ToxicityNon-toxic
EdibilityInedible
CompanionsWeigela, Spiraea

Where it came from

GrowerProven Winners
Bought atKulak's Nursery

Care

Prune after flowering

Maintenance

Prune out older wood to rejuvenate.

Cleanup

None needed for winter

Notes

Peeling bark provides winter interest.