Buy Lilac Shrub For Sale (Syringa Reticulata)
The Lilac Shrub, also commonly known as the Japanese Tree Lilac, produces panicles of creamy white flowers with a subtle spicy scent. This shrub is native to Japan; however, it grows well in many regions across North America, best in regions with cool summers (zone 3-7). It is a resilient plant prized for its ornamental appeal.
This is one of the only lilacs that can be grown as a true tree; however, it can also be maintained as a multi-stemmed shrub. It is deciduous and produces lush green leaves throughout the summer. The bark of this shrub is reddish brown in color, complete with lenticles that are reminiscent of cherry bark. As the bark matures, it eventually turns grey. The striking nature of this plant makes it an excellent specimen plant for your home garden.
Plant Details - Lilac ShrubÂ
Family: Oleaceae
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–7
Light Requirement: Full sun to light shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: 20 - 30 ft
Spread: 15 - 20 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer
Flower Color: Creamy white
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Large, upright panicles are borne in early to mid-summer giving way to beautiful creamy white flowers. The flowers are fragrant, with a slightly spicy scent. When in full bloom, this showy shrub will attract a range of wildlife; insect pollinators, butterflies, hummingbirds and bees!
In the winter, the Lilac Shrub adds visual appeal to the garden through its exfoliating young branches. They gentle shed their bark and the under layer is a striking reddish-brown in color.
Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Lilac Shrub (Syringa Reticulata)
It is easy to grow and is usually pest and disease-free. This shrub requires medium moisture, well-drained, slightly acidic soils but is relatively drought-tolerant once establishes.
While it will tolerate some shade, best flowering will occur when planted in an area with full sun. Prune this shrub when needed immediately after flowering. Plant in an area with good air circulation. Can be used either in a mixed shrub border or as a specimen.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Lilac Shrub
Showy flowers and bark, easy to grow, attracts pollinators.
This attractive shrub will add visual appeal whether planted in a shrub border or as a focal point. Shop for the Lilac Shrub online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.
