Species border forsythia
bright yellow flowers with four petals and green sepals along brown stems

border forsythia

Forsythia intermedia 'Kolgold' MAGICAL GOLD

Border Forsythia 'Kolgold' Magical Gold is an amazing shrub for its bright golden yellow blooms, which appear in mid-spring and provide a distraction from the otherwise grizzly outside. Its pendant branches grow in a cascading form which adds interest and drama to your garden. The foliage is an attractive dark green‚ and the wonderful yellow flowers transition to a golden hue that completes its appealing look. It is also popular for its hardiness and low maintenance, making it an ideal choice for even novice gardeners. Its vibrant and cheerful blooms are sure to attract visitors and birds to your garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

gold,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The Borders Forsythia (Forsythia intermedia 'Kolgold' MAGICAL GOLD) should be watered regularly to ensure its health and best blooms. During the growing season, it should be watered once a week with about 1-2 inches of water each time. In the fall, reduce the watering schedule to about every 2 weeks and in the winter, water sparingly, especially if the ground is frozen. In very dry conditions, the Border Forsythia should be watered more frequently to prevent the leaves and stems from drying out. If the soil is clay-like, it is best to avoid over watering. A deep soaking followed by a good draining period will help ensure healthy roots and prevent waterlogged soil.

sunlight

Border Forsythia (Forsythia intermedia 'Kolgold' MAGICAL GOLD) prefers full sun for best blooms. This plant should receive between 5-6 hours of direct sun per day, preferably during either the early morning or late afternoon. Avoid planting Border Forsythia in areas that get too much sun during the day, as it can be susceptible to heat and sunburn. Make sure to provide adequate water for optimal growth and bloom cycle.

pruning

Border forsythia should be pruned once per year, typically in late winter/early spring (February/March) before the new growth appears. Pruning should be limited to light shaping to encourage air circulation and to remove any dead or diseased stems. Stems can be cut just above a bud and should be pruned to no more than 1-third of their length.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Border forsythia typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually in March or April.

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