Kerria, Japanese Variegated Kerria, Japanese Variegated Rose, Jew's Mallow 'Picta'

It is blooming now in my zone 7b part shade garden. Hummies and butterflies love the cherry yellow blooms!

I love this shrub. The branches are lovely in flower arrangements and last quite a long while; it lights up the shady spot I have it in; ...Read Moreit turns a lovely yellow in the fall; it does not outgrow its spot! .

Like the species, this plant does well in shade, even fairly heavy shade, as long as the soil is well drained. The foliage is a light gr...Read Moreay-green with a white edge and brightens shade.

This cultivar produces occasional reversions to the non-variegated form, which are more vigorous and should be pulled or cut out as soon as they're noticed to keep them from taking over the clump.

I've heard a lot of high ratings about this plant in the past ... mostly by those trying to sell it. It is alright, but as far as shrubs...Read More go, there are others I'd rather have. Blooms April-May in my garden.