Korean Forsythia

Forsythia viridissima 'McCitrine' CITRUS SWIZZLE Oleaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Zucker Shrub Collection

Source of plant

Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm, Forestfarm Nursery

Description

Sport of the dwarf, low spreading F. 'Bronxensis' with rich green, serrated leaves displaying neat creamy white margins turning burgundy-red in fall. Soft yellow flowers during early spring. An easily controlled, fine textured plant forming an excellent groundcover, low border shrub or dwarf hedge.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, growth habit