White Forsythia

Scientific Name
Abeliophyllum distichum

Description
Resembles a forsythia but with white flowers and smaller size. Good red fall color. This one may join my list of favorites.

Bloom Period
Early spring. With or before forsythia

Size
Eventually four feet tall and five feet wide.

Flower
Small white forsythia-like with some hint of pink

Companion Plants
Use in shrub border.

Best Location
Easy. Sun to part shade. Benefits from heavy pruning after bloom just like a forsythia.