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Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant'

Also Known As

  • Clarke's Giant Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant' plant details

Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large clusters of fragrant mauve flowers are produced 7 to 10 days earlier than most lilacs... get an early start on spring! S-M
Fragrant, rosy mauve, single flowers are carried on a tall shrub. The individual florets are very large.

Gardening facts about Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant' plant

How to Grow Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Clarke's Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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