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Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott'

Also Known As

  • Syringa vulgaris 'Ellen Willmott'
  • Ellen Willmott Common Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott' plant details

Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rounded 10' shrub is well known for the fragrance of its dependable double white flowers. S/M

Gardening facts about Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott' plant

How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Miss Ellen Willmott'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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