Weeping Forsythia (Forsythia Suspensa) is a perennial shrub in the Oleaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Forsythia suspensa is a deciduous shrub known for its graceful weeping habit and early spring golden-yellow flowers.

Weeping Forsythia

Weeping Forsythia

Forsythia Suspensa

Forsythia suspensa is a deciduous shrub known for its graceful weeping habit and early spring golden-yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, early spring color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Weeping Forsythia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Oleaceae
Genus:Forsythia