Syringa × hyacinthiflora
hybrid lilac
Notes:
Sterile hybrids between S. vulgaris and S. oblata.
Despite not being native to the eastern USA, Doug Tallamy lists lilacs as supporting 35 native species of butterflies/moths, fourth among all non-native genera.
Sources: Stoecklein, Sunset, Dirr, UFL.
Tags:
attracts:butterflies
attracts:hummingbirds
attracts:larval host
branches strong
deadheading recommended
exposure:full sun
exposure:part shade
form:multi-trunked
form:shrub
fragrant flowers
full sun preferred
habit:rounded
habit:upright
habit:vase
persistence:deciduous
pest/disease sensitive
pruning required
seedless
showy flowers
stoloniferous/suckering
type:broadleaf
use:border
use:hedge
use:screen
use:specimen
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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