The bright yellow flowers of forsythia are a welcome sign that spring is on the way
Calimesa, Ca., March 08, 2022 - Gardeners from
Arizona to Georgia and North Carolina are sharing pictures of their first
forsythia blooms. GardenDesign.com offers a complete growing guide for those
interested in having forsythia in their own garden.
While Spring officially starts on March 20th, forsythia is a
welcome reminder that it is near. “Forsythia bushes often burst to life with
bright yellow flowers when there’s still snow on the ground,” says garden
writer and photographer Janet Loughrey. If you aren’t already growing
forsythia, the mild spring weather is the perfect time for planting.
Forsythia plants flower best in USDA hardiness zones 5-9 and
in a spot with full sun. Look for a forsythia that offers improved flowering
and a dwarf habit that requires less pruning.
Forsythia is deer resistant and makes a beautiful accent
plant in mixed borders or foundation plantings. Plus you can use the branches
in cut flower arrangements.
Forsythia tips:
- If
yours aren’t blooming yet, you can try your hand at forcing branches
indoors
- Prune
your forsythia just after flowering to avoid hindering next year’s display
- Apply
a slow-release fertilizer for trees and shrubs in early spring
Other springtime classics that complement forsythia include:
- Daffodils
- Tulips
- Crocus
- Hyacinth
- Flowering
cherries
- Spirea
- Quince
- Dogwood
Access the complete forsythia growing guide here: https://www.gardendesign.com/shrubs/forsythia.html
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