
Pocahontas’
Lilac
Syringa x hyacinthiflora
'Pocahontas'

- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Deer resistant
An early bloomer with very fragrant, deep reddish-purple flowers - a very distinctive and popular color.
USDA Zone 2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)

Exposure Full sun
Height 10 - 12'
Width 10 - 12'
Finish Time 1 season
Type Deciduous
Bloom Time Early-mid spring
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Green
Liner Sizes 2 1/4", 4"
General Care
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 to minimize powdery mildew. Deadheading is beneficial but not required.
Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil
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, Purple flowers, Green foliage
Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil
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, Purple flowers, Green foliage