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Forsythia x intermedia

Also Known As

Border Forsythia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Forsythia x intermedia plant details

Forsythia x intermedia is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Forsythia x intermedia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Forsythia x intermedia

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous shrub with upright, loose, arching habit quickly reaching 8-10' in height and 10' in width. Leaves are opposite, 3-5" long, dark green above, lighter green beneath. Flowers are pale to dark yellow with 4 petals, blooming in March-April, on old wood. Grows in most soils, but prefers moist, moderately fertile conditions and blooms best in sun.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

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Gardening facts about Forsythia x intermedia plant

How to Grow Forsythia x intermedia

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

sun - mostly shade
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Photo of Forsythia koreana 'Kumsum' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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