Genus:Abeliophyllum Species:distichum Vernacular:White Forsythia Plant Type:Shrub Height:5 - 7' Flower:White Forsythia-like bells Bloom Time:March-April Hardiness:Zones 5a to 9a Soil:Moist Light:Partial to full sun Comments:The White Forsythia has very sweet-scented attractive flowers that are somewhat susceptible to frost burnback in early spring. Produces trailer stems that root readily and can be used for propagation if left in contact with soil.All gardens are Zone 5b with patches of Zones 4, 5, and 6.