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Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax' plant details

Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax' 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 x intermedia 'Karl Sax'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Developed at Arnold Arboretum for hardiness and flower color and size, this tetraploid Forsythia bears a profusion of very large (to 1") flowers of a very deep yellow on gracefully arching branches. S/M
A tetraploid forsythia with larger flowers in a very deep yellow.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax' plant

How to Grow Forsythia x intermedia 'Karl Sax'

  • 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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