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Forsythia x intermedia 'Nimbus'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level. |
| Chilling hours | 30 hours |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2025 |
| Bed | The Royal Run |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Average, moist, well-draining soil; highly adaptable. |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green. |
| Bloom | Bright yellow. |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings (Unauthorized propagation prohibited for patented plants). |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Azalea, Abelia, Lilac, Spirea, Quince, Dogwood, Clematis, Heuchera. |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Needs full to partial sun exposure to grow robustly. Average water needs and is drought tolerant once established.
Maintenance
No pruning is needed to maintain a dwarf habit. If shaping is desired, do so immediately after flowering. Rejuvenation pruning is recommended by cutting 1/3 of the old branches to the ground every 3-5 years.
Cleanup
Apply a layer of mulch around the base to protect roots during winter in colder regions.
Notes
Patented as 'Nimbus'. Tiny plant, big color. Delivers more flowers per inch for an outstanding spring display.