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Abeliophyllum distichum - White Forsythia

Abeliophyllum distichum
White Forsythia

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My order has arrived safely, it was very well prepared and packaged in a box. As soon as they were received, the forsythias were planted in the ground as they should be, with a tapetum of dead leaves at their feet to get through the winter. The weather is mild and sunny, so I hope they will recover as best as possible; the final judgment will be in February/March 2025 to truly know if they will sprout again. Thank you.

Roger, 31/10/2024

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The Korean white Forsythia, a winter flowering bush with white flowers and an orange heart.
Flower size
1 cm
Height at maturity
1.50 m
Spread at maturity
1.50 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20.5°C
Drought resistance
Good
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

The Korean white Forsythia or Abeliophyllum distichum is a low-growing bush. This shrub has the distinctiveness of flowering at the end of winter, in February-March, on the previous year's branches and before the appearance of foliage. The small bell-shaped flowers, grouped in numerous clusters, consist of 4 petals and give off an almond scent. Measuring 1.5 cm (0.6 in) in diameter, they are white with a yellow-orange heart. They turn light brown at the end of flowering.

The Korean Abelia is melliferous. Its foliage is deciduous. Dark green in colour, it becomes purple-red in autumn. The leaves measure 8 cm (3.1 in) long. They are arranged in two rows, hence the name distichum, from the Greek 'dis' two and 'stikhos' row. The white Forsythia grows slowly and can reach 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) in all directions. It is very hardy and originates from South Korea.

The Abeliophyllum distichum thrives well as a low hedge due to its small size. It also grows particularly well when trained against a wall. It can fit well in the front of a border. Cut some branches in early December and place them in a vase, they will be in bloom for Christmas.

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Forsythia : planting, pruning and care
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by Virginie Thailly, experte plantes et jardin 12 min.
Forsythia : planting, pruning and care
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Abeliophyllum distichum - White Forsythia in pictures

Abeliophyllum distichum - White Forsythia (Flowering) Flowering
Abeliophyllum distichum - White Forsythia (Foliage) Foliage
Abeliophyllum distichum - White Forsythia (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.50 m
Spread at maturity 1.50 m
Habit irregular, bushy
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time February to March
Flower size 1 cm
Fragrance slightly scented, almond fragrance, more noticeable in a bouquet than in the garden
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Abeliophyllum

Species

distichum

Family

Oleaceae

Other common names

White Forsythia

Origin

Southeast Asia

Product reference • 789511

Planting and care

The White Korean Forsythia thrives in full sun or partial shade, sheltered from cold winds. You can train it against a wall, where it will be at its best. Cultivate it in a well-drained, dry to moist soil. It is very tolerant and can thrive in both poor and rich soil. It does not like excessive moisture. In April-May, after flowering, prune all branches to ¼ of their length so that the plant produces new shoots at the base. The young bush can be quite weak, which is why it needs to be taken care of.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Cut flowers, Climbing
Hardiness Hardy down to -20.5°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting spacing Every 150 cm
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Prune after flowering, in April-May. Remove dead branches and shorten shoots that upset the balance of the shrub. If it has become very tangled, remove some of the oldest branches at the base. Autumn pruning removes some of the flower buds.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time April to May
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Drought resistance Good
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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