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Common Lilac
Syringa vulgaris
Common Lilac is a classic garden favorite, known for its showy and fragrant flower panicles in spring.
About Common Lilac and growing it in Alberta
With a broad range of cultivars available, it offers colours from deep purple to white. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it is well-suited for borders, hedgerows, and feature plantings. Cold-hardy and drought tolerant but may require annual pruning to remove suckers and encourage flowering. It can be susceptible to powdery mildew and borers in humid or crowded sites.
Plant Specifications
- Zone: 3
- Height: 4.5 metres
- Spread: 4.5 metres
Features of Common Lilac
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Full Sun
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Part Shade
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Drought Resilient
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Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Pollinators
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Cut Flower
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Fragrant
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