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Plant Care
Weeping forsythia
(Forsythia suspensa)
Also Known As
Weeping forsythia, Golden bell, Forsythia
About This Plant
Forsythia suspensa is a deciduous shrub with arching branches that can grow up to 10 feet tall and 10 feet wide (3 meters tall and 3 meters wide). It has bright yellow flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves appear. The leaves are dark green and ovate-shaped, turning yellow in the fall.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 10 feet tall and 10 feet wide (3 meters tall and 3 meters wide)
Light Requirements
Forsythia suspensa prefers full sun to partial shade, meaning it needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
It does not have any specific humidity requirements and can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
It benefits from a balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth appears.
Pruning Guidelines
It blooms on old wood, so pruning should be done right after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's blooms. It can also be pruned to control its size and shape.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests include aphids, scale insects, and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It needs regular watering during the growing season, especially during hot and dry weather. However, it is drought-tolerant and can survive short periods of drought.
Temperature Range
It is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8 and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -20°F (-29°C) to 100°F (38°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Forsythia suspensa is in the spring and summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Forsythia suspensa is relatively easy to grow and maintain.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 5 to 8
Did You Know?
Forsythia suspensa is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and viral infections.
