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Forsythia

Basic Forsythia Flower Information


Common Names
Forsythia

Scientific Name
Genus species Forsythia
Family Oleaceae

History
Forsythia are deciduous shrubs with rough grey-brown bark. The bright, yellow flowers are produced in the early spring before the leaves.

Forsythia Flower Meaning
Anticipation

Astrological Flowers
N/A

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Forsythia


Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Line, Filler

Fragrance: N/A

Line: Straight or Curved

Silhouette: Delicate/Spike

Blossom Texture: Satin

Stem Size: 20″ – 48+”

Blossom Size: ½” – 1″

Vase Life: 4 – 10 Days

Forsythia Design Uses
Forsythia have unique, woody colored stems, making them the perfect addition to any garden- or nature-themed arrangement.

Forsythia Flower Colors
Yellow

General Flower Availability
Winter, Spring

Wedding Flower Availability
Winter, Spring