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Also Known As

  • Primrose Common Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

One gallon | $21.4

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Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose' plant details

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

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose'

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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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The lovely and totally unique pastel, creamy-yellow flowers of this compact 8-12' lilac make this attractive bloomer a nice surprise. The soft-yellow color is more intense in cooler climates and paler in warmer zones, either way they contrast beautifully with the lavender shades of other lilacs. This shrub creates a beautiful spring display in the garden or vase. S/M
Primrose Lilac is an upright, deciduous shrub with showy yellow panicle blooms. This lilac blooms in late spring and continues for 3-4 weeks. The 8-10 inch blooms spread their sweet aroma throughout your garden or yard. It makes a great border or single plant. Primrose Lilac requires very little maintenance once established. It is the only yellow lilac on the market.
Creamy buds open to near white flowers with yellow centers. Blooms are single, in small but numerous panicles.

Gardening facts about Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose' plant

How to Grow Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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