Forsythia X intermedia
Border Forsythia
Description
Forsythia X intermedia is a deciduous shub that grows 3'-12' tall and 3'-12' wide with green leaves. It likes full sun, medium watering, and will live in any soil that is well drained. There is a bright yellow flower that blooms from January to June. Additional Common Name: Gold Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Foundation
Special Uses
Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.