Kirengeshoma palmata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
yellow wax bells
Kirengeshoma palmata
Yellow Wax Bells (Kirengeshoma palmata) are native to Japan, growing in light shade in humus-rich, acidic soil. These tall, modest spreading shrubs grow up to 1.5 metres and flowers in late summer. The large, bright yellow bell shaped flowers are held up high on slender stems, with wide overlapping petals emerging from long green calyces. Leaves are variegated with yellowish-green and light-green, and develop yellow coloration in the fall. Yellow wax bells are attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators, providing a burst of colour in any garden!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Deep shade, Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
red,yellow,orange Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Yellow wax bells (Kirengeshoma palmata) require regular watering for optimal health. Water deeply in the early morning or late evening once or twice a week when the soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid over-watering, as this can lead to root rot and plant death, and make sure the soil is well-draining. As a general guide, your yellow wax bells should get about 1 inch of water every week. If possible, check the soil moisture prior to watering and allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings. During the summer, additional watering may be necessary. Yellow wax bells also benefit from a regular misting with a spray bottle.
sunlight
Yellow wax bells plants will thrive in a location with part sun to full shade. When providing sunlight to this species, it is recommended to give it 4-6 hours of sun per day. If the plant is receiving too much sun, you may notice the leaves beginning to yellow and bronzing on the tips. If the plant is not receiving enough sun, you may notice the leaves turning pale and elongating. For best results, it is suggested to give the Yellow wax bells even amounts of part shade and part sun throughout the day.
pruning
Yellow wax bells (Kirengeshoma palmata) should be pruned in late winter or early spring. The reason for this is to remove the old flower stalks and to encourage new growth. Pruning should be minimal, as only dead and damaged branches should be removed. Pruning too much can restrict the growth of the plant. Additionally, pruning may also be necessary if the plant becomes overgrown and needs to be shaped to fit the desired space.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Kirengeshoma palmata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The Kirengeshoma palmata, or yellow wax bells, typically bloom in late spring and early summer, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be June, July, and August.
