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Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean'
Also Known As
- Arch McKean Common Lilac
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'
- W: 8'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean' plant details
Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 FT wide, 8 FT tall
- Flowers: magenta blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Arch McKean'
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- magenta
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
2b-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 10'
Width: 13'
- sun - bright shade
- regular - occasional
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aka Syringa 'Josée', Josee Lavender Pink Dwarf Lilac, Josée Lilac
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
2a-9a
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - bright shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun
- regular - occasional
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