Gold Forsythia

Gold Forsythia

2 Gallon
$86.00
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Gold Forsythia

Forsythia intermedia 'Kolgold'

A compact, easy-care forsythia that delivers a reliable burst of golden spring color without the unruly growth of older varieties.

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Gold Forsythia is a compact and refined harbinger of spring, delivering the classic golden glow of forsythia in a perfectly sized package for modern gardens. In early spring, before its foliage emerges, its bare, arching branches become densely lined with hundreds of bright, butter-yellow, bell-shaped flowers, creating a spectacular and cheerful display that announces the end of winter. Unlike older, sprawling varieties, this cultivar has a neat, upright, and manageable habit, making it an ideal choice for smaller spaces, low hedges, or mixed borders where early-season color is essential.

  • Vibrant Early Spring Bloom: Produces a profuse and reliable display of vivid yellow flowers on bare wood in early spring, often one of the first shrubs to bloom.

  • Compact & Well-Behaved Habit: A significant improvement over traditional forsythia, growing in a dense, upright mound that is easy to manage and won't outgrow its space.

  • Low-Maintenance & Hardy: Once established, it is exceptionally tough, tolerating drought, poor soil, and urban conditions. It is also highly deer resistant.

  • Perfect for Small Spaces & Hedges: Its controlled size (4-5 ft tall and wide) makes it excellent for foundation plantings, low informal hedges, or as a seasonal focal point in petite gardens.

  • Easy-Care Spring Classic: Requires minimal care beyond an annual pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage next year's bloom.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Lance-shaped deep green leaves with serrated edges (appearing after flowers). Produces abundant clusters of small, four-petaled golden yellow bell-shaped flowers along bare branches in early spring.
  • Mature Height: 4-5 ft
  • Mature Width: 4-5 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Earliest spring bloomer,Compact growth habit,Drought tolerant once established,Deer resistant
  • Landscape Uses:Early spring focal points,Low hedges,Foundation plantings,Container specimens
  • Special Care:Prune immediately after flowering,Tolerates poor soils,Water deeply during establishment,Fertilize lightly in early spring
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Early spring (March-April),Foliage: Deciduous (yellow fall color)
FAQs

Q: When and how should I prune it?
A: Prune immediately after the flowers fade in spring. This shrub blooms on old wood (previous year's growth). Pruning at this time allows the plant to produce new growth over the summer, which will bear next year's flowers. Avoid late summer or fall pruning.

Q: Will it grow in part shade?
A: It will grow in part shade, but flowering will be significantly reduced. For the most spectacular bloom display, plant it in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight). More sun equals more flowers.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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