Syringa vulgaris - Description

Potted Syringa vulgaris
Common Name: Common Lilac
Other Names: French Lilac, Mauve Lilac
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: Mature size varies, typically reaching 2 to 4 meters in height.

Syringa vulgaris - Delivery

Delivery Info: Your Syringa vulgaris will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ensuring it arrives in optimal condition for planting.

Syringa vulgaris - Characteristics

Mature Size: Grows to a height of 2 to 4 meters with a spread of 1.5 to 3 meters.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous, shedding leaves in the fall.
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade.
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Upright, multi-stemmed shrub with lush green foliage and fragrant, clustered flowers.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy and well-suited for various climates.
Diseases: Generally resistant to common lilac diseases.

Syringa vulgaris - Uses

Uses in Garden: Ideal as a focal point, hedge, or border plant. The fragrant blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds, adding beauty to your garden.

Syringa vulgaris - Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun for best flowering.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost hardy and can withstand cold Irish winters.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderate growth rate.
Pruning Advice: Prune immediately after flowering to shape and control size.

Syringa vulgaris - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Plant in late autumn or early spring.
Instructions: Choose well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place the plant, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
Trench Preparation: Not necessary for this plant.
Positioning of Plants: Plant in a sunny location for optimal flowering.
Plant Spacing: Space multiple plants at least 1.5 to 3 meters apart.
Pruning: Prune spent flowers and shape the plant in early summer after flowering.

Facts About Products

Syringa vulgaris is renowned for its fragrant, showy flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer, creating a delightful sensory experience in your garden.
The plant's deciduous nature ensures a changing landscape throughout the seasons, with vibrant green leaves in spring and summer, turning to warm autumn hues before shedding in fall.

Enhance your garden with the timeless beauty and enchanting fragrance of Syringa vulgaris. Order now to enjoy the elegance and charm that this classic lilac brings to your outdoor space.