Lynwood Gold Forsythia Shrub 8-10 Inch Live Bare Root Plant Zones 4-9

Lynwood Gold Forsythia is a classic spring-flowering shrub prized for its brilliant golden-yellow blooms that appear before the foliage emerges. This vigorous, upright shrub brings early-season color to borders, hedges, and foundation plantings, and its arching branches create a graceful natural form. Forsythia is easy to grow and adapts well to a range of garden settings, making it a reliable choice for both new and experienced gardeners.

This listing offers a live bare root plant measuring 8 to 10 inches, ready to establish in your landscape. With its cheerful flowers and dependable performance, Lynwood Gold Forsythia is an excellent way to welcome spring and add structure to your yard.

Plant Features

• Bright golden-yellow flowers in early spring
• Upright, arching growth habit
• Adaptable to many soil types
• Works well as a hedge or specimen shrub
• Cold hardy in Zones 4-9

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Forsythia × intermedia 'Lynwood Gold'
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright and arching
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Early spring
• Mature Height: 6-8 feet
• Spacing: 4-6 feet apart for hedges

Planting & Care

Plant your bare root forsythia as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Dig a hole wide enough to spread the roots, set the plant at the same depth it grew previously, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season.

Once established, forsythia is relatively low-maintenance. Water during dry spells, especially in the first year. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the stems.

What's Included

One live bare root Lynwood Gold Forsythia plant, 8-10 inches tall.