Our forsythia shrubs have been blooming for a few weeks. Often, one of the first signs of spring approaching is the bright yellow flowers up and down the spindly limbs of the forsythia shrub. Periods of extended off season warm days can cause the forsythia shrubs to bloom early. The plant is fairly hardy, though. It can withstand some moderate late spring cold weather and still keep blooming.  Lately, the forsythia shrubs have drawn my attention. I don't know if I was craving the bright … [Read more...]