THE FORSYTHIA FREESTYLE

In a wild shrubbery or woodland when allowed to be loose and windblown the forsythia sings of springtime and sunshine. However, they are not so comfortable squeezed into small front gardens where they are often planted too close to paths and are then pruned into uncomfortable shapes. This is a classic Dad dance: embarrassing contortions and a bit too much air guitar. Give them plenty of space.

Forsythia x intermedia ‘Lynwood Variety’

Comes well from semi ripe cuttings in the summertime. Prune (sensitively) after flowering. H x S 2.5m x 2.5m