Genus Information
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Sun Requirements
[divider]Forsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
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Hardiness
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Forsythia ‘Spectabilis’ is fully hardy.
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Growth Information
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Forsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ is a steady grower and should reach its full size in 5-10 years. It can reach heights of up to 3m and will spread up to 1.8m.
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Flowering
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Forsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ produces yellow flowers. These flowers will be produced between March to April.
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Foliage
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Forsythia ‘Spectabilis’ is a deciduous plant and produces green foliage and will benefit from being cut back once it has finished flowering to promote growth next year.
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Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
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Forsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ can have problems with Galls, it can also be vulnerable to certain diseases such as but is not considered to be toxic.
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Soil Requirements
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Forsythia ‘Spectabilis’ requires a soil that stays slightly wet, but also has decent drainage and it can be planted in soil of any pH.
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