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forsythia
noun
for·syth·ia
fər-ˈsi-thē-ə 
chiefly British -ˈsī-
plural forsythias also forsythia
: any of a genus (Forsythia) of ornamental shrubs of the olive family with opposite leaves and yellow bell-shaped flowers appearing before the leaves in early spring
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This grabbing yellow forsythia halo will make a huge statement on your door.
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Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Contrasting with the diversity of T. forsythia strains in ancient times, just one lineage of the bacteria has prevailed in recent centuries by attaining a genetic advantage over other strains.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024
The list of old-wood bloomers includes lilacs, viburnums and forsythia.
Shrubs that bloom on new wood offer the gardener more pruning leeway.
—Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 15 Mar. 2024
In spring, that means an indoor-outdoor storefront filled with daffodils, fritillaria and branches of quince, forsythia and cherry to take home, as well as faux-bois concrete planters, slipware dishes and Easter-table-ready bud vases.
—Nicole Demarco Dalya Benor Caitie Kelly Juan A. Ramírez Monica Mendal Janet Siroto, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024
Featuring little pops of yellow, pink, red, and purple daisies and forsythias throughout, the rest of this lively wreath is brimming with springy green eucalyptus that’s slightly ombre to create the appearance of more layers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
The bloody conflicts cited by Francis contrasted with a riot of bright colors lent by orange-red tulips, yellow sprays of forsythia and daffodils, hyacinths and other colorful seasonal flowers that decorated St. Peter’s Square.
—Frances D'emilio, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2023
Flowers were arriving from across the region: White forsythias, which smelled like nectar.
—Emily Davies, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2024
In the South, forsythia can bloom as early as February, or in early- to mid-April in Zone 6.
—Katelyn Chef, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2024
Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Contrasting with the diversity of T. forsythia strains in ancient times, just one lineage of the bacteria has prevailed in recent centuries by attaining a genetic advantage over other strains.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024
The list of old-wood bloomers includes lilacs, viburnums and forsythia.
Shrubs that bloom on new wood offer the gardener more pruning leeway.
—Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 15 Mar. 2024
In spring, that means an indoor-outdoor storefront filled with daffodils, fritillaria and branches of quince, forsythia and cherry to take home, as well as faux-bois concrete planters, slipware dishes and Easter-table-ready bud vases.
—Nicole Demarco Dalya Benor Caitie Kelly Juan A. Ramírez Monica Mendal Janet Siroto, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024
Featuring little pops of yellow, pink, red, and purple daisies and forsythias throughout, the rest of this lively wreath is brimming with springy green eucalyptus that’s slightly ombre to create the appearance of more layers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
The bloody conflicts cited by Francis contrasted with a riot of bright colors lent by orange-red tulips, yellow sprays of forsythia and daffodils, hyacinths and other colorful seasonal flowers that decorated St. Peter’s Square.
—Frances D'emilio, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2023
Flowers were arriving from across the region: White forsythias, which smelled like nectar.
—Emily Davies, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2024
In the South, forsythia can bloom as early as February, or in early- to mid-April in Zone 6.
—Katelyn Chef, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2024
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forsythia
noun
for·syth·ia
fər-ˈsith-ē-ə
plural forsythias also forsythia
: any of a genus of shrubs related to the olive and having yellow bell-shaped flowers appearing before the leaves in early spring
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