- USDA Hardiness Zones 5-8
- Height 1.5-2.5 Feet Tall
- Spread 1.5-2.5 Feet Wide
This Forsythia is a beautiful addition to any spring garden or landscape! The golden yellow flowers that bloom in the early spring are sure to wow. It has a dwarf habit, making it a great option for smaller spaces or containers. It is also resistant to deer and very adaptable.
The Show off Sugar Baby Forsythia has dark green foliage that makes a perfect contrast to its golden yellow blooms. The bloom season for this Forsythia begins early in the spring and lasts the whole season. This plant can be used as a stunning focal point in any landscape. Uses also include border planning, as a thriller in containers, and its cut flowers are sure to compliment your spring arrangements.
Show Off Sugar Baby Forsythia Care
This Forsythia needs to be planted in full sun to part sun, ensuring that it receives four to six hours of sun per day. It has average water needs and soil should be well drained. Loose soil is the preference of this plant, but it is highly adaptable. It can adapt to all soils with varying PH levels and can tolerate city conditions. Fertilize in the spring with a controlled release fertilizer.
Pruning Show Off Sugar Baby Forsythia should be kept to a minimum. If you choose to prune the shrub, do it immediately after flowering in early summer.
Show Off Sugar Baby Forsythia Spacing
When planting your Show off Sugar Baby Forsythia, spacing should be 24-36 inches, center on center. Proper spacing will prevent crowding and allow your plant to flourish.
Show Off Sugar Baby Forsythia Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8 |
| Flower Color(s): Yellow |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 1.5-2.5 Feet |
| Spread: 1.5-2.5 Feet |
| Spacing: 2-3 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Blooms On: Old Wood |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Show Off® Sugar Baby® Forsythia x 'NIMBUS' USPP 23,838 |
| Common Name: Show Off® Sugar Baby® Forsythia |
| Other Name(s): Dwarf Forsythia |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Dwarfing |
- SKU:
- FORSB
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 1 year old
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 year old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 year old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 3-4 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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