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- Plant forsythia properly - this is how it's done!
- When is the best planting time for forsythia?
- What should be considered when choosing a location?
- How should the soil be?
- Which planting distance must be observed?
- Can forsythia be kept in the tub?
- How is the forsythia planted properly?
- When is the heyday of forsythia?
- May forsythia be transplanted?
- How are forsythias multiplied?
- Are forsythia compatible with other plants?
- Is the forsythia poisonous?
- Tips & Tricks
Forsythia are undemanding: they thrive in the sun and in the shade
Plant forsythia properly - this is how it's done!
The forsythia with its beautiful yellow flowers that form in bells on the branches, is one of the most popular ornamental plants in the garden. It is also popular because it is so robust and easy to care for. Tips for the right plants.
When is the best planting time for forsythia?
The best planting time is in spring from April.
What should be considered when choosing a location?
Forsythia is not picky. They grow on one
Location equally good.
How should the soil be?
The soil should be permeable to prevent waterlogging. Forsythia also thrives on lean soils.
Which planting distance must be observed?
To other garden plants, the distance should be at least one meter, so that the plants can spread. In the forsythia hedge a distance of about 50 centimeters is sufficient.
Can forsythia be kept in the tub?
Yes, forsythia also thrive in the tub and are even very well suited as a bonsai tree.
How is the forsythia planted properly?
Lift a planting hole twice the size of the bale. Mix some compost under the ground. Put the shrub. Now take on earth and slurp the forsythia.
When is the heyday of forsythia?
The heyday of forsythia starts in March depending on the weather and can last until May.
May forsythia be transplanted?
In principle, forsythia may be transplanted. For large shrubs, this is difficult because of Wurzelballens. It is better to plant offshoots at the desired location.
How are forsythias multiplied?
The propagation takes place via cuttings and sinkers. Semen almost never form the hybrid shrubs.
Are forsythia compatible with other plants?
Forsythia works well with almost all plants, including themselves. That's why they are a good source of forsythia hedge.
Is the forsythia poisonous?
The forsythia is only slightly toxic. For small children, cats and dogs, care should be taken to avoid picking up leaves, flowers or stems.
Tips & Tricks
Forsythia is absolutely hardy. In the field, they need no winter protection. Only in the bucket awake plants should protect you from frost.