Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
6a
USDA zone
-23°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
6m | Max | 7m |
1.5m | Min | 2m |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Lilac Overview
This species produces fragrant, beautiful flowers with a large spreading habit. The leaves are heart-shaped, oval and pointed, and are about 10cm long. The flowers are in dense pyramidal heads, and are white or pale purple.
Common problems with Lilac
How to propagate Lilac
Cuttings
You can propagate from seeds or cuttings.
Seed
Special features of Lilac
Attracts butterflies
Attracts bees
Hedge plant
Other uses of Lilac
Fragrance, hedging, border, ornamental. Spring or summer interest.
Fragrant Flowers - Top 20
Surround yourself with fragrance by including these to create a scented escape.
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Looking Good In May - Top 10
Traditionally flowering in May, these flowers will be at their best this month.
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