Syringa X chinensis
Chinese Lilac
Description
Chinese Lilac is a broad-spreading shrub that can reach 8'-15' tall. It does well in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Leaves are medium to dark green. Flowers can be purple, white or violet, 4"-6" long, very fragrant and profuse in May. Prune regularly to keep it from getting to leggy.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Lavender, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.