Little Renee border forsythia

Forsythia 'Little Renee'

ShrubOleaceae

Little Renee border forsythia
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantEdible
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall2 to 4 feet wide
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam, clay

Garden uses

Cottage gardenCut flowerHedgePrivacy screen

Notes

'Little Renee' border forsythia (Forsythia 'Little Renee') is a shrub for hedges, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy or clay soil. It blooms in early to late spring and tolerates drought. It stays low at 12 to 24 inches tall and spreads 24 to 48 inches wide. Deer rarely make it their first choice.

Pairs well with Little Lime panicle hydrangea, Black Parrot tulip, Blue fescue, and Cheyenne Spirit echinacea.