forsythia

For Forsythia 'Meadowlark', water it deeply once a week with 1 to 2 inches of water. Make sure the soil is evenly moist throughout the root zone. Check the soil by sticking your finger in the soil up to the second knuckle and feel for moisture. If it feels dry, water deeply. Do not allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Forsythia 'Meadowlark' should be watered in the morning to help reduce the chance of fungal diseases from developing.

Forsythia 'Meadowlark' grows best in full sunlight, and prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. However, the plant can tolerate partial sun too. Although this plant enjoys lots of sunlight, it should also have a few hours of shade or indirect sunlight each day to prevent the leaves from scorching. On hot days in summer, it is advisable to provide morning sun and afternoon shade for best results.

Forsythia 'Meadowlark' should be pruned in early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning time will depend upon the climate of the area as bud break typically begins as early as late February in mild-winter areas and as late as April in colder climates. When pruning, make sure to remove no more than 1-third of the oldest branches each year. This will result in a healthier, more vigorous shrub. Begin pruning by removing any dead, dying, or diseased branches. Next, remove any branches that are crossing over each other. Finally, you can begin trimming back the branches to the desired shape. When finished, make sure the Forsythia is still a manageable size.