Forsythia

Location: masses along Memorial Drive
Approximate blooming period: mid March - April

Green-stemed Forsythia, Forsythia viridissima

Origin: China, Korea
Habitat: Hardy to USDA Zone 5 
Height and Form: a deciduous shrub, 8' to 10' tall and 10' to 12' wide
Foliage and Bark: medium to dark green color above and lighter on the underside 
Flowers, Fruits and Seeds: brilliant yellow color on good selections, very showy bloom, lasting 2 to 3 weeks