Forsythia x intermedia Minigold ='Flojor'

Common name: Compact Golden Bells

Description: This compact cultivar of Forsythia offers all the spring glory of traditional varieties in a much smaller package. In early spring, before the leaves emerge, the entire shrub becomes smothered in bright golden-yellow bell-shaped flowers that create a spectacular display. The compact, rounded habit makes this ideal for smaller gardens or mixed borders where space is limited. Following the flowers, fresh green serrated leaves appear, providing a neat backdrop through summer. Autumn brings attractive yellow foliage before leaf fall.

Other benefits: compact size suitable for small gardens, spectacular early spring display, easy maintenance

Wildlife attraction: early flowers provide nectar for emerging bees, dense branching offers nesting sites

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.2m x 1.2m

Position: full sun to partial shade; flowers best in sunny positions

Soil pH: tolerates various soil types; adaptable to most garden conditions

Moisture: moderate water requirements; drought tolerant once established

Winter hardiness: fully hardy to -25°C