Syringa vulgaris

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Syringa vulgaris, Common Lilac, Common Lilac Syringa vulgaris, Lilac Vulgaris

Syringa vulgaris, commonly known as the Common French Lilac, is grown for its showy flowers from late spring through summer. During this time, it produces stunning clusters of pink flowers with an elegant fragrance. The foliage comprises fresh green, heart-shaped leaves which develop yellow tones in autumn before falling. It grows to about 3 m tall and the same wide. Syringa vulgaris is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, included in cottage gardens, or used as a flowering hedge.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Syringa vulgaris, Common Lilac, Common Lilac Syringa vulgaris, Lilac Vulgaris

Syringa vulgaris Details

Syringa vulgaris, commonly known as the Common French Lilac, is grown for its showy flowers from late spring through summer. During this time, it produces stunning clusters of pink flowers with an elegant fragrance. These are beautiful and are great for attracting butterflies. The foliage comprises fresh green, heart-shaped leaves which develop yellow tones in autumn before falling. It grows upright with a somewhat loose habit to about 3 m tall and the same 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 vulgaris is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, included in cottage gardens, or used as a flowering hedge.