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Forsythia
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A harbinger of warmer days, this spring-flowering shrub teems with brilliant flowers before the leaves emerge. Combines well with spring-flowering bulbs and evergreens. Great as a hedge or screen, offset against a wall, or as a specimen. Prune every year after flowering.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Forsythia
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Botanical name
Forsythia
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Variety
na
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Zone
USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
8' (2.4 m)
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Habit
Arching
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Feed
In spring
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Water
2-3 times per week
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Bloom Color
Yellow
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Bloom Time
Spring
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Maintenance
Apply mulch
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Riley J.'s collection