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Forsythia Goldilocks

Scientific Name: Forsythia 'Courtacour'

Also Known As

  • Forsythia 'Goldilocks'
  • Goldilocks Forsythia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Forsythia Goldilocks plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Forsythia Goldilocks

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Forsythia Goldilocks

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delightful dwarf shrub only reaches 2-3' with a somewhat wider spread. Bright golden-yellow flowers appear all along its stems from late-winter into spring, right when we need them! Summer brings dark-green foliage on this lovely rounded accent shrub. Developed in France where it is known as Boucle D'Or. S/M PPAF

Gardening facts about Forsythia Goldilocks plant

How to Grow Forsythia Goldilocks

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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