Forsythia suspensa aka Weeping Forsythia
Taxonomy
Forsythia suspensa, also known as weeping forsythia or golden-bell, is a large shrub native to China and a member of the Oleaceae family. It is prized for its toughness and can be grown as a weeping shrub on stream banks, with pale yellow flowers appearing in the spring. Garden cultivars are available. Forsythia suspensa is believed to be one of the parents of Forsythia × intermedia. It is rare to find as a houseplant, but easy to grow with regular watering and well-draining soil. It prefers long-lasting, direct light and should be fertilized with a gentle, organic fertilizer during the peak growing season.
Common names
Weeping Forsythia, Forsythia, Golden BellHow to care for Weeping Forsythia
Difficulty
Caring for Weeping Forsythia is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.
Water
Weeping Forsythia should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Weeping Forsythia loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Dormancy
During the cold period, it is common for Weeping Forsythia to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.
Region of origin
Weeping Forsythia’s native range is E. Asia - E. China.
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