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Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne'

Also Known As

  • Syringa oblata var. dilatata 'Cheyenne'
  • Cheyenne Korean Early Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne' plant details

Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of few lilacs to have nice fall color (burgundy) ; to be somewhat deer resistant(!), this large shrub also has very fragrant pink-budded blue flowers that appear 10 days earlier than most; High Plains Arb. S/M
Pink buds opening to single blue flowers. This lilac has exceptional fall color, leaves turning burgundy-red and bronze in the autumn.

Gardening facts about Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne' plant

How to Grow Syringa oblata 'Cheyenne'

  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
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