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Forsythia viridissima v. koreana 'Kumson'

Forsythia

Plant Type:

DECIDUOUS SHRUBS

Forsythia viridissima v. koreana 'Kumson' - A curious variegated form with cream yellow netted variegation on all dark green leaves. The variegation matures silver. Yellow flowers in late winter to early spring. Purplish stems in winter. Fertile, draining soil in mostly to fully sunny exposure. Of garden origin selected in Japan. Average to fertile ground in part sun to open shade where 'Kumson' will strut its stuff. Established potted shrub, cutting grown.


Height:

4-5 ft

Spread:

5-6 ft

Colors:

Yellow

Zone:

(5a)5b to 8(9)
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Characteristics and Attributes for Forsythia viridissima v. koreana 'Kumson'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Early Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / into Autumn

Nature Attraction

  • Butterflies
  • Deer Resistant
  • Hummingbirds
  • Honey Bees & Native Bees

Light

  • Full Sun
  • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Attributes

  • Filler
  • Hedgerow
  • Bank

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Moderately Fast

Soil

  • Fertile

Origins

  • Garden Origin

Propagated By

  • Cutting Grown