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Forsythia Karl Sax

Forsythia Shrub, Forsythia Karl Sax, Forsythia intermedia Karl Sax

Forsythia Karl Sax is grown for its bright yellow flowers that bathe the plant and make it very eye-catching during spring. The bright green foliage emerges through the flowers in spring which ages to a more ordinary green before turning yellow with purple tones in autumn and falling as it grows to 2 m tall and the same wide. Forsythia Karl Sax is commonly added to a mixed planting, planted as backdrop for smaller plants, or used to provide simple contrasts with other plants.

Forsythia 'Karl Sax' plant with masses of yellow flowers.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Living areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asForsythia Shrub, Forsythia Karl Sax, Forsythia intermedia Karl Sax
Sku14654

Forsythia Karl Sax Details

Forsythia Karl Sax is grown for its bright yellow flowers that bathe the plant and make it very eye-catching during spring. The bright green foliage emerges through the flowers in spring which ages to a more ordinary green before turning yellow with purple tones in autumn and falling. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this plant are achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and periods of dry. Forsythia Karl Sax is commonly added to a mixed planting, planted as backdrop for smaller plants, or used to provide simple contrasts with other plants.

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