Scientific Name
Syringa reticulata

Common Name
Japanese tree lilac

Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types including clay
Texture: Medium
Form: Upright with stiff habit; spreading branches; oval to rounded crown
Height: 20 to 30’
Width: 15 to 20’
Leaf: 2 to 6" opposite, simple leaves; nonshowy fall color
Flower/Fruit: Creamy white flowers in loose 12" panicles in midsummer; fragrant; gold capsules in clusters last until midwinter
Comments: Cast medium shade; shiny cherry like bark; vigorous; high resistance to mildew, borers
Cultivars: --
 


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