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Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun'

Also Known As

Vermont Sun Forsythia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

4a-8b

Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun' plant details

Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun'

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 mandschurica 'Vermont Sun'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For northern gardens, this erect 6-8' shrub is perhaps the most flower-bud-hardy variety available (to -25° F) with some of the very earliest bright-yellow flowers opening in March-April. S/M

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun' plant

How to Grow Forsythia mandschurica 'Vermont Sun'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 4'-6'

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