Non-suckering, dense, upright-rounded form with 6-8in long clusters of fragrant, single pink-purple blooms and dark green, heart-shaped foliage. Extremely hardy! Blooms later than other lilacs. Great for hedges/screens.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded
Mature Height: 2.5 – 3m (8 – 10ft.)
Mature Spread: 2 – 2.5m (6 – 8ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds
Ornamental Features
Flower Colour: Mauve-purple
Flowering Time: June
Foliage Colour: Dark green
Care
General Maintenance: Little pruning is required. If pruning is required, cut back after blooming to promote strong new growth and flower buds to set for the next year.
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: Tolerant of most soils and drought when established.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.