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Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Forsythia x intermedia 'Lynwood Gold'

Genus

Forsythia

Family

Oleaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold'

💦 Water

How often to water your Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold'

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' 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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' in your home

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold': repot after 2X growth

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 Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' 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 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' 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!

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💩 Fertilizer

Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' 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.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Forsythia 'Lynwood Gold', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.