Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia)
Family: Oleaceae
Forsythia is one of the earliest spring flowering shrubs, often coming into bloom while snow remains on the ground. Native to Asia and southern Europe, it is now common in cultivation in temperate areas throughout the world. Forsythia is easy to grow, and its stems can be forced for indoor flowers in winter.
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Tags:
flower, ornamental, shrub, spring, sun
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Cultivation: Medium-sized shrub for USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 6' to 10' (1.8 m to 3 m) tall with a spread of 6' to 12' (1.8 m to 3.7 m).
Flowering: Blooms from late winter through early spring.
Propagation: cuttings.
Size: Reaches 6' to 10' (1.8 m to 3 m) tall with a spread of 6' to 12' (1.8 m to 3.7 m).
Flowering: Blooms from late winter through early spring.
Propagation: cuttings.