The bright yellow flowers of forsythia appear before the leaves, signaling the arrival of spring. ‘Northern Sun’ was bred to flower in early spring despite cold temperatures.

• Species: Forsythia ‘Northern Sun’
• Introduction: 1982
• Blooms: Late April
• Flower Color: Yellow
• Height: 8-10 feet
• Spread: 7-9 feet
• Zones: 4-8