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Forsythia

Forsythia

Forsythia x intermedia

shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 3aZone 9b

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A vigorous deciduous shrub celebrated for its profusion of bright yellow flowers that appear in early spring before leaves emerge. Forsythia is a reliable, low-maintenance plant ideal for hedges, screens, and natural landscaping.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
fast
Size
8–10′ tall × 6–10′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Oleaceae

Native Range

China, Korea

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Notable Cultivars

'Lynwood Gold' and 'Karl' are among the most popular, selected for abundant bright yellow blooms and reliable performance. 'Spring Glory' is noted for earlier flowering and larger blooms.

Companion Planting

Plants well with