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Little Darling® Lilac
Syringa hybrid 'SMSDTL' PP #31,830
Pronunciation: sih-REEN-gah
SKU #40992
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top two inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | What's better than a fragrant lilac? One that blooms twice a year! Large clusters of dark-purple buds open to classic lilac-hue flowers. Blooms heavily in spring, with a second, lighter bloom set in fall. Compact, with a nicely rounded shape, perfect for containers and mixed borders. Tolerates mild, periodic drought when established. Deciduous. Monrovia Exclusive. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, repeating in summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Small Spaces |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Peony (Paeonia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus) |
| 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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| Description | What's better than a fragrant lilac? One that blooms twice a year! Large clusters of dark-purple buds open to classic lilac-hue flowers. Blooms heavily in spring, with a second, lighter bloom set in fall. Compact, with a nicely rounded shape, perfect for containers and mixed borders. Tolerates mild, periodic drought when established. Deciduous. Monrovia Exclusive. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, repeating in summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Small Spaces |
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| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Peony (Paeonia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus) |
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 Little Darling® Lilac produce flowers?
Spring, repeating in summer.
Is Little Darling® Lilac evergreen or deciduous?
Little Darling® Lilac is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Little Darling® Lilac?
Little Darling® Lilac is Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Little Darling® Lilac resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Little Darling® Lilac grow?
Little Darling® Lilac has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Little Darling® Lilac in my landscape?
Little Darling® Lilac is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Small Spaces.
What color are Little Darling® Lilac flowers?
Little Darling® Lilac produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Little Darling® Lilac?
Little Darling® Lilac has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Little Darling® Lilac?
Good companion plants for Little Darling® Lilac include: Boxwood (Buxus); Peony (Paeonia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus).
How do I care for Little Darling® 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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.