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Syringa josikaea

Also Known As

Hungarian Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Syringa josikaea plant details

Syringa josikaea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa josikaea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa josikaea

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These exceptional deep violet blooms have a light fragrance. Soft textured, glossy green foliage is a great backdrop to the early summer flowers. Will grow into a 12', multi stemmed, open shrub. This is a great form of lilac from Hungary!