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Common Purple Lilac
Syringa vulgaris
Pronunciation: sih-REEN-gah vul-GAIR-iss
SKU #40689
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 12 ft. tall, 10 ft. wide.
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| Description | Abundant clusters of sweetly fragrant, purple flowers in mid-spring on a vigorous, upright, multi-stemmed shrub with heart-shaped, green foliage. Ideal as a flowering hedge or screen. Plant near a window or pathway where the fragrant blooms can be enjoyed. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus) Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Juniper (Juniperus) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Needs good air circulation. Water deeply, regularly in the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; increase frequency again before and during spring bloom period. Fertilize in early spring. Prune after flowering. |
Details
| Description | Abundant clusters of sweetly fragrant, purple flowers in mid-spring on a vigorous, upright, multi-stemmed shrub with heart-shaped, green foliage. Ideal as a flowering hedge or screen. Plant near a window or pathway where the fragrant blooms can be enjoyed. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
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| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus) Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Juniper (Juniperus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Needs good air circulation. Water deeply, regularly in the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; increase frequency again before and during spring bloom period. Fertilize in early spring. Prune after flowering. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Common Purple Lilac produce flowers?
Mid-spring
Is Common Purple Lilac evergreen or deciduous?
Common Purple Lilac is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Common Purple Lilac?
Common Purple Lilac is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Common Purple Lilac resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Common Purple Lilac grow?
Common Purple Lilac has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Common Purple Lilac in my landscape?
Common Purple Lilac is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
What color are Common Purple Lilac flowers?
Common Purple Lilac produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Common Purple Lilac?
Common Purple Lilac has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Common Purple Lilac?
Good companion plants for Common Purple Lilac include: Smoke Tree (Cotinus) Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Juniper (Juniperus).
How do I care for Common Purple Lilac?
Thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Needs good air circulation. Water deeply, regularly in the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; increase frequency again before and during spring bloom period. Fertilize in early spring. Prune after flowering.
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