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Syringa General Pershing

The French Lilac, Lilac Shrubs For Sale, Syringa General Pershing, General Pershing Lilac

Syringa General Pershing is a variety of French Lilac grown for its showy flowers from late spring through summer. During this time, purple buds open to reveal clusters of fragrant, semi-double, purple-violet flowers. The foliage comprises dark green, heart-shaped leaves which develop yellow tones in autumn before falling. It grows upright with a somewhat loose habit to about 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide. Syringa General Pershing is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or used as a flowering hedge.

Syringa 'General Pershing' pink flowers.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.50 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asThe French Lilac, Lilac Shrubs For Sale, Syringa General Pershing, General Pershing Lilac

Syringa General Pershing Details

Syringa General Pershing is a variety of French Lilac grown for its showy flowers from late spring through summer. During this time, purple buds open to reveal clusters of fragrant, semi-double, purple-violet flowers. These are absolutely stunning and are also great for attracting butterflies. The foliage comprises dark green, heart-shaped leaves which develop yellow tones in autumn before falling. It grows upright with a somewhat loose habit to about 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide though can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this plant is achieved when grown in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of light shade, short periods of dry, frost, and cool climates. Syringa General Pershing is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or used as a flowering hedge.

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