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President Lincoln Lilac

Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'

Pronunciation: sih-REEN-gah vul-GAIR-iss
SKU #07214
3-8

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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Fast grower to 10 ft. tall, 6 ft. wide.

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Description A truly outstanding lilac noted for its large trusses of single Wedgewood blue flowers. Captivating fragrance is a bonus. Mid-season bloomer typically flowers in mid-May. Branches are erect and open with rich green foliage. Deciduous.
Bloom Time Spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Fast
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Hedge, Windbreak
Design Ideas This shrub is a fine choice for including the always-sought-after blue flowers in the garden along with wonderful fragrance. Grow as a tall, informal hedge or in the mixed border where its erect branches will be held above other plants.
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Green
Care Instructions Follow regular watering schedule during first growing season to establish deep, extensive root system. Feed before new growth emerges in spring. Increase watering before spring bloom, in absence of rainfall/snow melt. Prune after flowering.
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DescriptionA truly outstanding lilac noted for its large trusses of single Wedgewood blue flowers. Captivating fragrance is a bonus. Mid-season bloomer typically flowers in mid-May. Branches are erect and open with rich green foliage. Deciduous.
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge, Windbreak
Design IdeasThis shrub is a fine choice for including the always-sought-after blue flowers in the garden along with wonderful fragrance. Grow as a tall, informal hedge or in the mixed border where its erect branches will be held above other plants.
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorGreen
Care
Care InstructionsFollow regular watering schedule during first growing season to establish deep, extensive root system. Feed before new growth emerges in spring. Increase watering before spring bloom, in absence of rainfall/snow melt. Prune after flowering.

Frequently asked questions

Does President Lincoln Lilac produce flowers?
Spring
Is President Lincoln Lilac evergreen or deciduous?
President Lincoln Lilac is Deciduous.
What are the special features of President Lincoln Lilac?
President Lincoln Lilac is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is President Lincoln Lilac resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does President Lincoln Lilac grow?
President Lincoln Lilac has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of President Lincoln Lilac?
President Lincoln Lilac grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use President Lincoln Lilac in my landscape?
President Lincoln Lilac is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Windbreak.
How can I use President Lincoln Lilac in my garden design?
This shrub is a fine choice for including the always-sought-after blue flowers in the garden along with wonderful fragrance. Grow as a tall, informal hedge or in the mixed border where its erect branches will be held above other plants.
What color are President Lincoln Lilac flowers?
President Lincoln Lilac produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of President Lincoln Lilac?
President Lincoln Lilac has Green foliage.
How do I care for President Lincoln Lilac?
Follow regular watering schedule during first growing season to establish deep, extensive root system. Feed before new growth emerges in spring. Increase watering before spring bloom, in absence of rainfall/snow melt. Prune after flowering.

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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.