Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
Also Known As
- Forsythia intermedia 'Northern Gold'
- Northern Gold Forsythia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-10'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Forsythia 'Northern Gold' plant details
Forsythia 'Northern Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, hedge
GROWING CONDITIONS for Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, lean, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Forsythia 'Northern Gold' plant
How to Grow Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Forsythia for your garden
aka Forsythia 'Kumsun', Forsythia koreana 'Kumsom', Forsythia koreana 'Kumson', Forsythia viridissima koreana, Forsythia viridissima var. koreana 'Kumson', Kumson Golden Bells, Kumson Korean Greenstem Forsythia, Variegated Korean Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
Scientific Name: Forsythia x intermedia 'Courdijau'
aka Forsythia intermedia 'Golden Peep', Forsythia intermedia Golden Peep™, Forsythia x intermedia 'Golden Peep', Courdijau Border Forsythia, Golden Peep Border Forsythia, Golden Peep Dwarf Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 18"-48"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Gold Leaf Border Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
aka Border Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 8'-10'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Forsythia suspensa 'Sieboldii', Forsythia suspensa var. sieboldii, Weeping Forsythia
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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