A wall of golden yellow on bare branches. Spring's loudest announcement.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Mar to Apr
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 6-10'
- Bloom Colors
- Yellow
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Forsythia x intermedia is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Forsythia unambiguously. The genus Forsythia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Forsythia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Forsythia x intermedia will give you the most precise results.