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Forsythia x intermedia

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 4 m (6 - 12 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Forsythia x intermedia bears showy and bright yellow flowers during late winter to early spring. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Forsythia x intermedia has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Forsythia x intermedia can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, hedge, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics Forsythia x intermedia is tolerant of salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Forsythia x intermedia is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.