Forsythia suspensa

Forsythia suspensa: Arching Yellow Branches before Spring Leaves

Weeping forsythia drapes golden flowers along arching stems before the leaves appear. The relaxed outline gives a softer display than upright forms, with green foliage turning dull burgundy in fall.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 150-175 cm
• Spread: 175-200 cm
• Flower Colour: Yellow
• Flowering Period: Spring
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist to Average Soil; Well-Drained Soil; Average to Dry Soil

Uses and Benefits: Use it where the branches can spill over an open bank or roomy bed.

Care Instructions: Shorten stems only after flowering and contain rooted branch tips where necessary.