Photo of Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'

Also Known As

  • Monge Common Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 12'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' plant details

Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Outstanding, showy and excellent, with a single purple floret. What more can we say?!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' plant

How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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