border forsythia (Forsythia × Intermedia) - Ground-layer plants

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun

Hardiness zone

5-8

Minimum temperature

−20°F (−29°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

border forsythia

Forsythia × Intermedia

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 5-8
Minimum temperature: −20°F (−29°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height6 ft-10 ft

Mature width6 ft-8 ft

Plant typeGround-layer plants

Bloom seasonSpring

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant❌No

Pollinator-friendly—Bees

border forsythia (Forsythia × Intermedia) - Ground-layer plants

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