Syringa × persica
Persian lilac
Notes:
Compact habit. Susceptible to mildew. Sterile hybrid.
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: Sunset, Stoecklein, Missouri BG.
Tags:
attracts:butterflies
attracts:hummingbirds
attracts:larval host
deadheading recommended
deer resistant
easy to grow
exposure:full sun
exposure:part shade
fine texture
form:shrub
fragrant flowers
full sun preferred
habit:arching
habit:rounded
habit:upright
open canopy
persistence:deciduous
pest/disease sensitive
pruning required
rich soil preferred
seedless
showy flowers
stoloniferous/suckering
type:broadleaf
use:border
use:foundation
use:hedge
use:screen
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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