About

Forsythia nakaii is a Korean forsythia producing the characteristic bright-yellow, four-lobed flowers of the genus on arching stems before the leaves appear in early spring. A reliable and ornamental spring-flowering shrub for a sunny border.

About the genus

Forsythia, the golden bells, are deciduous shrubs producing a spectacular burst of bright-yellow, four-lobed, tubular flowers on bare stems in late winter and spring before the leaves emerge. Among the most reliable and popular of all spring-flowering shrubs for borders and walls.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or in late winter for shape.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.