Forsythia x intermedia Lynwood

Forsythia x intermedia Lynwood

Why Buy Me?

• Early Spring flowers
• Rich, yellow flowers
• Arching stems
• Can be used as a hedge

Growing Conditions

Light:
Requires full sun for the best flowering performance. Can tolerate light shade, but flower production will be significantly reduced in low light.

Soil:
Thrives in well-drained soils. Adapts to a variety of soil types—loamy, sandy, or clay—as long as they are not waterlogged. Tolerates a wide pH range from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline.

Exposure:
Performs well in both sheltered and exposed sites. Wind-tolerant and hardy in most temperate climates. Can be grown in urban, rural, or coastal gardens.

Drought Tolerance:
Moderate drought tolerance once established. Requires watering during prolonged dry spells, especially in its first year.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time:
Best planted in spring or early autumn when temperatures are mild and moisture levels support root establishment.

Spacing:
Space 1.5–2 metres (5–6.5 feet) apart for individual specimens or informal hedging. Allow space for natural spreading growth.

Watering:
Water regularly during the first year to establish roots. Once mature, water during dry periods or drought conditions to maintain vigor and flower production.

Fertilization:
Apply a balanced, general-purpose fertilizer in early spring. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which may promote foliage over flowers.

Mulching:
Apply a layer of organic mulch (compost, bark chips) in spring to retain moisture, improve soil texture, and suppress weeds.

Pruning:
Prune immediately after flowering (late spring) to shape and encourage new growth, which will bear next year’s flowers. Remove 1–3 of the oldest stems at ground level annually to rejuvenate.

Propagation:
Easily propagated by softwood cuttings in early summer or hardwood cuttings in late autumn to winter. Can also root where branches touch the ground.

Seasonal Interest

Spring:
Masses of vivid, bright yellow flowers completely cover bare stems in early to mid-spring (March–April), creating a spectacular early-season display.

Summer:
Green, ovate foliage fills out the shrub, forming a dense, rounded shape ideal for screening or borders.

Autumn:
Foliage may develop hints of purple or burgundy before dropping, although autumn colour is generally not a standout feature.

Winter:
Deciduous. Bare stems form a bold, upright framework; flower buds begin to swell in late winter in anticipation of spring bloom.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife:
Early flowers provide an important nectar source for bees and other pollinators. Dense branching offers cover for small birds and insects.

Garden Use:
Perfect for informal hedges, mixed shrub borders, cottage gardens, or as a striking spring specimen. Makes a strong visual statement when planted en masse. Hardy, low-maintenance, and fast-growing—excellent for erosion control or as a backdrop in large plantings.

Companion Plants:
Pairs beautifully with other spring bloomers such as flowering quince (Chaenomeles), spirea, viburnum, or bulbs like daffodils and tulips. Also contrasts well with evergreens like boxwood or yew.

Transform your home and garden with Forsythia x intermedia Lynwood —a must-have for any season. Order online now for quick and easy shopping, or drop by your local Thompson's Branch to explore it up close and get personalised recommendations.