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Syringa vulgaris

Common Lilac

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany, Connon N.

 

Description

Forms of the Common Lilac grow to a height of 15' and are equally wide, but can be kept smaller with careful shaping. The dark green leaves are roundish, oval and pointed that grow to 5" long. In the spring, clusters of fragrant, lilac flowers are borne. The plant requires full sun for proper growth.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.