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Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling'-Compact Growth-Early Spring Blooms 3 Gallon

Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling'-Compact Growth-Early Spring Blooms 3 Gallon

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Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling'

Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling'

Description

Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling' is a vibrant, deciduous shrub known for its stunning early spring display of bright yellow flowers. This cultivar is appreciated for its compact growth habit and prolific blooming, making it a favorite in many gardens.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, hedges, and as a standalone specimen. Its early bloom makes it a perfect addition to spring gardens, providing a burst of color after winter.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Forsythia intermedia 'Spring Fling'
  • Common Name Common Name: Forsythia
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Early spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Tulips, daffodils, and other spring bulbs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity levels are sufficient
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base in colder climates to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases
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