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Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'

Also Known As

  • Old Glory Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 11'
  • W: 13'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory' plant details

Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring purple 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 x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 13 FT wide, 11 FT tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected by the National Arboretum for its very prolific and very fragrant bluish-purple flowers, this tall (to 12') shrub also has disease-resistant foliage. S/M
Selected for abundant, fragrant, bluish-purple flowers. Rounded growth habit and disease tolerant foliage.

Gardening facts about Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory' plant

How to Grow Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Old Glory'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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