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‘Declaration’

Lilac

Syringa x hyacinthiflora

'Declaration'

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  • Fragrant
  • Disease resistant
  • Hardy
Description

Selected at the U.S. National Arboretum for its very large, fragrant, dark reddish-purple flowers and clean foliage. It has an upright habit and good mildew resistance.

USDA Zone
2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
8 - 10'
Width
8 - 10'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Early-mid spring
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4"

Soil

Prefers neutral to alkaline soils, but is fairly adaptable. Good drainage is imperative.

Pruning

Blooms on old wood - prune after flowering if desired.

Uses

Hedges; mixed borders; foundation plantings; specimen.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun and with good air circulation for best performance. Deadheading is beneficial but not required.

Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Disease resistant

Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage

Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Disease resistant

Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage