{"product_id":"forsythia-spectables-plant-3ltr-pot","title":"Forsythia × intermedia 'Spectabilis' Plant - 3Ltr Pot","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eForsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ (Border Forsythia) – 3 Litre Pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eForsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"148\"\u003epicturesque deciduous shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e admired for its rich yellow spring flowers and graceful, overhanging habit. Ideal for borders, flowering hedges and feature planting, this forsythia delivers strong seasonal colour with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eMasses of \u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"408\"\u003edark yellow flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring for bold early colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"514\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eElegant, \u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eoverhanging growth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e with a natural, informal look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eflowering hedges, borders and specimen planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eDeer resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e and reliable in a wide range of gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eAttractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"691\"\u003ebright yellow autumn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e before leaf fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eHardy and easy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for low-maintenance planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eForsythia x intermedia ‘Spectabilis’ produces abundant clusters of deep yellow flowers arranged in panicles from \u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eApril to May\u003c\/strong\u003e, appearing before or alongside the fresh green foliage. The blooms cover the arching branches, creating a striking spring display that brightens the garden after winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eThe deciduous, lance-shaped leaves are medium green through the growing season before turning \u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003ebright yellow in autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding a second season of interest. Its overhanging, spreading habit makes it particularly effective as a flowering hedge or a standalone ornamental shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eThriving in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003esunny to semi-shaded positions\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003ewell-drained, nutrient-rich soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, this border forsythia is robust, frost hardy and well suited to most garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eForsythia x intermedia 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\u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003eLanceolate, serrated, 8–12cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003ePosition: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eSoil type: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eNormal, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eWater requirement: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eFrost 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data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003esun or light shade\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eGrow in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e and avoid prolonged waterlogging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003eWater during dry periods, especially from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eMay to September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eApply fertiliser in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eMarch to May\u003c\/strong\u003e to support growth and flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003ePrune after flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e (May–June), thinning overcrowded shoots only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2816\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2816\"\u003eAvoid heavy pruning later in the year to protect next spring’s flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"3007\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eForsythia ‘Spectabilis’ is a classic choice for reliable spring colour and graceful structure, making it an excellent addition to borders or hedges where early impact and easy care are key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position \u0026amp; conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belgium Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57299745341824,"sku":"30239171","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/forsythia-x-intermedia-week-end-3l-pot_jpg_99e82e5e-9459-41a4-bfee-7f93021846be.jpg?v=1769262517","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/forsythia-spectables-plant-3ltr-pot","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}