Lilac – Common Lilac

Syringa vulgaris

syringa vulgaris. This is the wild species of Lilac from which all our modern varieties have been selected. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree and has green heart-shaped leaves. The light blue-purple flowers are very sweet-smelling in early summer. Butterflies and bees love lilac as it provides nectar throughout the summer. Lilac – Common Lilac

Name: syringa vulgaris

Approx. Height and spread: 6-7M x 3-4M

Position: Full sun

Soil Ph: Alkaline – neutral

Moisture: Well drained. Moist but well drained

Hardiness: Fully Hardy