Chinese golden bell tree
About Chinese golden bell tree
This species is native to China. The best time to prune is after the plant has bloomed. This plant can be rejuvenated by cutting to the ground every few years.
Taxonomy
Forsythia viridissima
Forsythia
Oleaceae
Lamiales
Also known as
Chinese golden bell tree, green-stemmed forsythia, greenstem forsythia and Korean forsythia
How to care for Chinese golden bell tree
Water
How often to water your Chinese golden bell tree
every 9
Chinese golden bell tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Chinese golden bell tree in your home
a window
Chinese golden bell tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Chinese golden bell tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Chinese golden bell tree in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Chinese golden bell tree
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chinese golden bell tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Chinese golden bell tree is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Chinese golden bell tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Chinese golden bell tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Chinese golden bell tree does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Chinese golden bell tree is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Chinese golden bell tree grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Chinese golden bell tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Care Summary for Chinese golden bell tree
Chinese golden bell tree
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
