Water
Water regularly during the growing season, especially in dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in fall and winter to prevent waterlogged roots, which can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage.
Caragana aurantiaca, the dwarf peashrub, is a compact, deciduous shrub with vibrant orange-yellow flowers. It's ideal for small gardens and rockeries, offering cheerful s
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained, tolerates poor soils
50% intensity
Cold Hardy
25% intensity
Thrives in temperate climates and can tolerate significant cold. Protect from extreme heat.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring is sufficient; avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, especially in dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in fall and winter to prevent waterlogged roots, which can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can encourage bushier growth.
Heavy pruning is generally not necessary for this dwarf variety but can be done to rejuvenate older plants.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix. Can also be propagated from seed, sown in autumn or after a period of cold stratification.
Grafting onto suitable rootstock is another option.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring before new growth begins. Mature plants are generally best left undisturbed.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one and ensure it has ample drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Dwarf Peashrub (Caragana aurantiaca)
Where Dwarf Peashrub (Caragana aurantiaca) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Caragana |
| Species | Caragana aurantiaca |
Similar in genus Caragana
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