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    Syringa vulgaris 'Congo'

    Also Known As

    • Congo Common Lilac

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-10'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

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    Syringa vulgaris 'Congo' plant details

    Syringa vulgaris 'Congo' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy 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 'Congo'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: oleaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: cutting garden, fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Congo'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This heirloom lilac (to 15') brings some rich dark colors to border and vase with its intense bright burgundy buds which fade to magenta flowers with a light, pleasant, lasting fragrance. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Large flower heads that open wine red, then turn purple.

    By: Briggs Plant Propagators

    Gardening facts about Syringa vulgaris 'Congo' plant

    How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Congo'

    • Water Needs

      • occasional

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Flower Color

      • burgundy

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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