Forsythia x intermedia 'Gold Tide™'

Forsythia

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune to shape right after the flowers are done in the spring. Remove oldest branches every couple of years to make room for new growth, or for a total rejuvenation cut it back to the ground.

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This compact shrub, though small, will have big impact in the landscape with its spring color.

  • Compact and very early to bloom
  • Bright yellow flowers
  • Unlikely to have disease and insect problems

Group in borders or use in house foundation gardens; on slopes or in woodland gardens as accent.

Height: 2-3 ft
Spread: 4-5 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Yellow

Interesting Notes about Forsythia:

Shorter than most Forsythia bushes, this is an early-flowering choice to bring a spot of spring color. It can handle poor soils as long as it is well-drained.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Disease Resistant
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Mass Planting
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Great Foliage
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Border or Bed
  • Fall Color
  • Naturalizing

Foliage Color:

  • Purple
  • Green
  • Yellow

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Mounding

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water