Overview
Forsythia likiangensis is a bushy shrubs in the genus Forsythia, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Forsythia likiangensis grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specimen shrubs and informal hedges.
About
Forsythia likiangensis is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the Forsythia genus, known for shedding its leaves in winter. In early spring, it produces abundant short tubular yellow flowers with four spreading lobes before the foliage appears. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for south, west, or east-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, or sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is ideal for use as a specimen shrub or in informal hedges, offering seasonal interest in both spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Forsythia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Forsythia likiangensis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen shrubs, Informal hedges
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Forsythia likiangensis
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Forsythia gall
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Forsythia likiangensis?
Forsythia likiangensis prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Forsythia likiangensis need?
Forsythia likiangensis is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Forsythia likiangensis hardy in the UK?
Forsythia likiangensis has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Forsythia likiangensis?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Forsythia genus
- Forsythia europaeaAlbanian forsythia
- Forsythia giraldianaGiraldi’s forsythia
- Forsythia ovata 'Naka?'
- Forsythia suspensa 'Decipiens'
- Forsythia suspensa 'Taff's Arnold' (v)
- Forsythia togashii
- Forsythia x intermedia 'Ashmount'
- Forsythia x intermedia 'Goldzauber'