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Lilac

Lilac

Syringa vulgaris

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  • Fragrant
  • Deer resistant
  • Hardy
Description

Old fashioned lilac is everyone's favorite! The lavender-purple flowers appear in May, perfuming the air with the classic scent.

USDA Zone
2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
12 - 15'
Width
12 - 15'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Early-mid spring
Flower Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green

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

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