Large panicles of creamy white, fragrant flowers in June-July. Beautiful plant can be used as a large shrub or small tree. Very few pest or disease issues.
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Japanese Tree Lilac | Syringa reticulata
Height: 25 feet
Spread: 20 feet
Sunlight: full sun
Hardiness Zone: 3a
Brand: Gertens
Description:
One of the finest small specimen trees available, with frothy upright panicles of creamy white flowers in early summer; interesting steel-gray bark and a neat, upright habit, a perfect choice for smaller home landscapes; full sun and well-drained soil
Ornamental Features
Japanese Tree Lilac features showy plumes of fragrant creamy white flowers rising above the foliage from late spring to early summer. It has dark green deciduous foliage. The pointy leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. The smooth dark red bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape.
Landscape Attributes
Japanese Tree Lilac is a multi-stemmed deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.
This tree will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should only be pruned after flowering to avoid removing any of the current season's flowers. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.
Japanese Tree Lilac is recommended for the following landscape applications;
Planting & Growing
Japanese Tree Lilac will grow to be about 25 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 5 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This species is not originally from North America.
| Weight | 1.000000 |
|---|---|
| Available for Pre-Order | Yes |
| Tree Type | Shade & Ornamental |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Mature Height (Range) | 15 - 25 feet |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Common Family Name | Lilac |
