Botanical Name: Common Names:
Syringa persica Persian Lilac,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs Irregular Shape, Rounded
Description:
A medium deciduous shrub with an upright, rounded habit, pointed oval-shaped green leaves and fragrant lavender flowers during Spring. Great for cottage themed gardens, hedging and as a feature. Good cut flower. Grows approx. 1.8m tall x 1.8m wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Cut Flower, Feature, Formal Garden, Fragrant Garden, Hedging / Screening, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free, Powdery Mildew
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Oleaceae Europe
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate