Forsythia ‘Spring Fling’

Forsythia ‘Spring Fling’: Early Bloom, Compact Form

‘Spring Fling’ is a cheerful, early-blooming forsythia that bursts into golden-yellow flower along bare branches at the first signs of spring. Its compact, upright form and manageable size make it ideal for smaller landscapes, foundation plantings, or mixed shrub borders. Blooming earlier than traditional cultivars, it’s a reliable signal that winter is ending. Once flowering subsides, fresh green foliage takes over, maintaining a tidy appearance throughout the growing season.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 90–120 cm (3–4 ft)
• Spread: 90–120 cm (3–4 ft)
• Flower Colour: Golden yellow
• Flowering Period: Early spring
• Foliage: Medium green; deciduous
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained; adaptable to a range of soils

Uses and Benefits: ‘Spring Fling’ is perfect for brightening early-season gardens, marking seasonal transitions, or adding low-maintenance structure to foundation plantings. Its compact habit suits urban lots and smaller spaces, while its early bloom supports awakening pollinators.

Care Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil and full sun for best flowering. Prune immediately after blooming to maintain shape and encourage strong growth. Minimal fertilization is required in average soil.

History: Selected for its early bloom time and compact growth, ‘Spring Fling’ was developed as a cold-hardy alternative to older, sprawling forsythia cultivars.

Final Thoughts: With its sunny flowers and refined size, ‘Spring Fling’ brings classic forsythia charm to modern gardens without the bulk.