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Pocahontas Canadian Lilac
Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Pocahontas'
Pronunciation: sih-REEN-gah hi-a-SIN-thi-floh-ra
SKU #07219
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 10 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Extend the lilac season with this extremely hardy, early blooming variety. Deep maroon-purple buds open in early May to fragrant, deep violet blooms 7 to 10 days before common lilac varieties bloom. Plant near a window or adjacent to a pathway where the fragrant blooms can be enjoyed. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Design Ideas | Here is an early blooming lilac to include in the sunny mixed border or as an informal hedge. The fragrant flowers are a wonderful addition to indoor arrangements, so be sure to plant it where you can reach the branches. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea);Mock Orange (Philadelphus); Peony (Paeonia); 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 | Extend the lilac season with this extremely hardy, early blooming variety. Deep maroon-purple buds open in early May to fragrant, deep violet blooms 7 to 10 days before common lilac varieties bloom. Plant near a window or adjacent to a pathway where the fragrant blooms can be enjoyed. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
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| Design Ideas | Here is an early blooming lilac to include in the sunny mixed border or as an informal hedge. The fragrant flowers are a wonderful addition to indoor arrangements, so be sure to plant it where you can reach the branches. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea);Mock Orange (Philadelphus); Peony (Paeonia); 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 Pocahontas Canadian Lilac produce flowers?
Early spring
Is Pocahontas Canadian Lilac evergreen or deciduous?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Pocahontas Canadian Lilac?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Pocahontas Canadian Lilac resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Pocahontas Canadian Lilac grow?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Pocahontas Canadian Lilac?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac grows in an Spreading habit.
Where can I use Pocahontas Canadian Lilac in my landscape?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
How can I use Pocahontas Canadian Lilac in my garden design?
Here is an early blooming lilac to include in the sunny mixed border or as an informal hedge. The fragrant flowers are a wonderful addition to indoor arrangements, so be sure to plant it where you can reach the branches.
What color are Pocahontas Canadian Lilac flowers?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Pocahontas Canadian Lilac?
Pocahontas Canadian Lilac has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Pocahontas Canadian Lilac?
Good companion plants for Pocahontas Canadian Lilac include: Boxwood (Buxus); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea);Mock Orange (Philadelphus); Peony (Paeonia); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus).
How do I care for Pocahontas Canadian 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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