Meet the Breeder
Tim Wood
Grand Haven, MI, USA
SCENTARA PURA®
Lilac
Syringa x hyacinthiflora
'SMNSHSO'
pp#31,119; cbraf
- Fragrant
- Disease resistant
- Hardy
A standout in our field and container trials, we selected Scentara Pura lilac for its well-branched, semi-dwarf, compact habit and heavy bloom each spring. The flower buds emerge a mulberry-violet and open to clear jacaranda purple. Developed from low-chill bloodlines for improved warm climate performance. Has show good resistance to powdery mildew.
USDA Zone 2 - 8 (-50°F/-45°C)
Exposure Full sun
Height 4 - 6'
Width 4 - 6'
Finish Time 1 season
Type Deciduous
Bloom Time Early-mid spring
Flower Color Purple
Foliage Color Green
Liner Sizes 2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn
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 for best performance. Deadheading is beneficial but not required.
Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Compact, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Disease resistant, Fragrant
Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac , Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage
Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Compact, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Disease resistant, Fragrant
Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac , Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage