Forsythia Lynwood Gold - 12" 1 gallon

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' – Early Spring Sunshine

Brighten your landscape with the vibrant yellow blooms of Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold', one of the earliest and most striking harbingers of spring. This fast-growing, deciduous shrub is celebrated for its profusion of golden, bell-shaped flowers that cover bare branches before the leaves emerge, creating a dazzling display when most gardens are still waking up.

Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Forsythia x intermedia 'Lynwood Gold'

• Mature Size: 6–10 ft tall x 6–10 ft wide

• Growth Rate: Fast (up to 2 feet per year)

• Bloom Time: Early spring

• Flower Color: Bright yellow

• Foliage: Deep green in summer, yellow to purple in fall

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours of direct sun for best blooms)

• Soil Needs: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soil

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 4

• Drought Tolerance: Semi-tolerant once established

• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, deer and rabbit resistant

• Uses: Hedges, borders, mass plantings, specimen plant, privacy screen

Why You'll Love It:

• Early Spring Color: Masses of golden blooms appear before leaves, signaling the start of spring

• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow, tolerant of a range of soils and urban conditions, and requires minimal care once established

• Versatile: Perfect for hedges, borders, or as a stunning stand-alone specimen. Excellent for screening and erosion control

• Year-Round Interest: Lush green foliage in summer, with leaves turning yellow or purple in fall for multi-season appeal

Planting & Care:

• Spacing: Plant 4–6 feet apart for a dense hedge

• Watering: Water well until established; drought tolerant afterward

• Pruning: Prune right after flowering to maintain shape and encourage next year’s blooms (flowers form on old wood)

• Fertilizer: Apply a low-nitrogen, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if desired