Botanical profile

Forsythia 'Northern Gold'

Latin name
Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
Common name
Forsythia 'Northern Gold'
Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae

Forsythia ‘Northern Gold’ is an ornamental shrub particularly recognized for its reliable spring bloom in cold climates, specially selected for northern regions. It forms an upright to slightly spreading, well-branched shrub habit, ideal for informal hedges, mass plantings, or as a specimen plant. From early spring, even after harsh winters, its branches are abundantly covered with bright golden yellow flowers, offering a luminous and consistent display where other forsythias might fail. Its deciduous medium green foliage then provides a structural presence throughout the summer. Very hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Forsythia ‘Northern Gold’ is appreciated for its robustness, assured flowering, and ease of cultivation, making it a safe choice for gardens subject to cold winters.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3–8
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
YELLOW
Fruiting
Unglamented dry capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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