Spiraea japonica ‘Goldflame’ is an exceptionally colourful, compact shrub that impresses with its changing foliage throughout the season. It forms a low, rounded and very dense habit, reaching about 60–80 cm in height. It grows at a moderate pace and becomes beautifully compact after pruning, creating dense, decorative clumps. The greatest advantage of this variety is its spectacular leaf colouration. In spring, young shoots are intensely orange‑yellow, in summer the foliage turns golden‑yellow, and in autumn it takes on warm, fiery red tones. Thanks to this, ‘Goldflame’ remains attractive from the first days of vegetation until late autumn, making it one of the most striking ornamental shrubs for garden use. Cultivation and requirements ‘Goldflame’ is easy to grow, tolerant and resilient — ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Position • thrives best in full sun, where the leaf colour is most intense, • grows well in partial shade, though the colour effect may be reduced. Soil • prefers light, well‑drained, moderately moist soils, • pH slightly acidic to neutral, • tolerates short periods of drought, • resistant to urban conditions. Frost resistance and care • very good frost resistance — down to approx. –30°C, • spring pruning is recommended to stimulate young, intensely coloured shoots, • removing spent flower heads can extend the flowering period. Flowering ‘Goldflame’ blooms in June and July. At the tops of the shoots appear dense, flat clusters of small pink flowers. They create a subtle yet striking contrast with the golden‑yellow foliage. The flowers attract pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies, making the plant environmentally friendly. Advantages and use This Japanese spirea is a shrub of exceptionally high ornamental value. Its changing leaf colours keep it attractive throughout the growing season. It maintains a regular, rounded shape that requires little shaping.