Comments:  Forsythia 'Northern Gold' or Northern Gold Forsythia or Goldenbells is an ornamental deciduous shrub with an upright, multi-stemmed growth habit.  In early Spring, it produces stunning golden-yellow bell-shaped blossoms along the leafless branches. The flowers appear before the foliage does.  Northern Gold Forsythia is a harbinger of Spring.  Florists are delighted with the cut flowers.  Goldenbells is easily propagated from stem cuttings and thrives best in well-drained, acidic or neutral soil in a sunny location.  Forsythia 'Northern Gold' is low maintenance and tolerates drought or moist conditions.  Goldenbells is a fast grower.  Prune after flowering for a neater appearance.  Use Northern Gold Forsythia in groups of 3 as an accent plant or mass plant for an eye-catching display in the landscape as a property barrier or as a hedge.  Deers tend to avoid this graceful, salt-tolerant plant.