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Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester'

Also Known As

  • Rochester Common Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12'
  • W: 9'

planting zones

  • 4a-7b

Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester' plant details

Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 FT wide, 12 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester'

USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With an International Lilac Society Award of Merit you can be sure that this compact single white lilac will be magnificent! Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester' plant

How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Rochester'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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