Handsome, bright golden yellow foliage covers this dense, globe-shaped shrub, and tolerates full sun exposure without sunburn. Thrives in regions with high humidity. Works well as a low hedge and in foundation plantings. Use in combination with dark green shrubs for a pleasing contrast. Evergreen.

Average Size at Maturity Moderate growing; reaches 4 ft. tall and wide.
Bloom Time Conifer; prized for foliage.
Design Ideas The golden yellow foliage of this small shrub brings a bright spot to dark winter days, and combines well the rest of the year with other conifers and shrubs. Use as an accent in a small bed or in a group for a larger effect.
Deciduous/ Evergreen Evergreen
Foliage Color Yellow
Garden Style Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic
Growth Habit Rounded
Growth Rate Moderate
Landscape Use Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Very Wet Areas, Woodland Garden, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden
Light Needs Full sun, Partial sun
Soil Needs All-Purpose Plant Food
Special Feature Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, North American Native Selection, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Tolerates Alkaline Soil, Tolerates Wet Soils, Year-round Interest, Bird Friendly, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Water Needs Moderate
Watering Needs Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.