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Forsythia intermedia

Intermedia Forsythia, Border Forsythia, Forsythia intermedia, Forsythia x intermedia, Forsythia Forsythia x intermedia

Forsythia intermedia is a vigorous, medium-sized, deciduous shrub that is grown for its spring flowering. At this time bright yellow flowers bathe the plant to make it very eye catching. It has an upright growth habit with green foliage that develop yellow and develop purple tones in autumn before falling, and typically grows to 2.5 m tall and about 1.5 m wide. Forsythia intermedia is commonly used to line a driveway, added to mixed plantings, grown as an informal hedge, or used in cottage gardens.

Forsythia intermedia shrub covered in yellow flowers.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Living areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asIntermedia Forsythia, Border Forsythia, Forsythia intermedia, Forsythia x intermedia, Forsythia Forsythia x intermedia

Forsythia intermedia Details

Forsythia intermedia is a vigorous, medium-sized, deciduous shrub that is grown for its spring flowering. At this time bright yellow flowers bathe the plant to make it very eye catching. Through the flowers emerge the new foliage. It has an upright growth habit with green foliage that develop yellow and develop purple tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and about 1.5 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this plant are achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and periods of dry. Forsythia intermedia is commonly used to line a driveway, added to mixed plantings, grown as an informal hedge, or used in cottage gardens.

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