Forsythia intermedia Goldzauber

Goldzauber Forsythia

Forsythia × intermedia ‘Goldzauber’ — commonly called Goldzauber Forsythia — is a vigorous, deciduous shrub valued for its profuse early spring blooms and reliable performance. It forms an upright to arching plant with strong branching that becomes covered in bright golden-yellow flowers before the foliage emerges. This selection is known for its heavy flowering and rich flower color, making it a standout in the early spring landscape.

Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 6–8 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in full sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Attracts early-season pollinators

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Upright to arching deciduous shrub with a broad habit
Heavy bloom coverage with bright golden-yellow flowers
Excellent for hedges, screens, and mass plantings
Provides strong early spring color
Reliable, easy-to-grow shrub

Maintenance:
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape
Can be rejuvenated by removing older stems
Blooms on old wood; avoid late-season pruning

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

6-8'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Spring

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Shape

Clump, Multi Stem

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No