Forsythia
(Forsythia viridissima)

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Deciduous fast growing shrub with irregular branches tending towards an arching form (2.5m x 2.5m) from China. Deep green pointed leaves. Small clusters of golden yellow bell shaped flowers in late winter and spring precede the leaves. Useful for colour in late winter and spring and mass planting for erosion control on banks. Stems readily root at the tips. Remove old canes at the ground after flowering.

Type
Exotic
Maintenance
Medium
Water use
Moderate
Tolerances
Frost, Fire
Shade levels
Full sun, Sun/shade
Colours
Yellow