Forsythia Seeds – White

Bring early-spring elegance to your garden with Forsythia Seeds – White (Abeliophyllum distichum), a beautiful and rare shrub known for its fragrant white blossoms. Often called White Forsythia in the U.S., this hardy plant brightens landscapes with clusters of star-shaped flowers that appear before the leaves emerge.

These seeds are easy to grow and ideal for home gardeners looking for a unique ornamental shrub with reliable spring blooms. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed shrub plantings, White Forsythia adds charm and seasonal interest with minimal maintenance.

Features

• Produces delicate, fragrant white flowers in early spring

• Hardy shrub suitable for a variety of garden settings

• Easy to grow from seed with moderate care requirements

• Loved for its early blooming habit before foliage appears

• Ideal for landscape borders, hedges, and ornamental displays

• Non-GMO seeds

Specifications

Botanical Name: Abeliophyllum distichum
Common Name (US): White Forsythia
Seed Type: Shrub / Ornamental
Growth Habit: Deciduous shrub

Planting Season:

• Spring: March–May

• Fall (recommended for cold stratification): September–November

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones 5–8

Germination:

• Stratification recommended for 60–90 days

• Germination time: 30–60 days after stratification

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil

Watering: Moderate; keep soil slightly moist during establishment

Mature Height: 3–5 feet

Blooming Season:

• Early Spring: February–April (varies by zone)

Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, foundation plantings, ornamental shrubs