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Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'

Also Known As

Bronx Forsythia
Greenstem Forsythia

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis' plant details

Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis' is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Green Stem Forsythia, a deciduous shrub growing up to 2' tall and spreading 3' wide. Dense, dwarf, low border or ground cover with small lance shaped medium to dark green leaves. Primrose yellow flowers in early spring before the leaves. Zone 6-8

By: Accents for Home and Garden

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Gardening facts about Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis' plant

How to Grow Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

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

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

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