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Abeliophyllum distichum

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The deciduous shrub Abeliophyllum distichum (white forsythia) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early spring to mid spring. The glossy foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture. Abeliophyllum distichum (white forsythia) has light brown and cork-like bark. A specimen plant, Abeliophyllum distichum (white forsythia) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.