Botanical profile

Syringa prestoniae 'Isabella'

Latin name
Syringa prestoniae 'Isabella'
Common name
Preston Lilac 'Isabella'
Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae

The Syringa prestoniae ‘Isabella’, known as Preston Isabella Lilac, is a hardy shrub highly valued for its late flowering and excellent cold resistance. This variety develops an upright to rounded habit with vigorous branches adorned with oval dark green leaves. Its flowering generally appears a little later than that of common lilacs, which helps extend the lilac season in the garden. In early summer, it produces long panicles of fragrant lilac-pink flowers that attract pollinators and add a colorful touch to flowerbeds. Very hardy and disease-resistant, Syringa prestoniae ‘Isabella’ is ideal for flowering hedges, naturalistic gardens, or landscaping in cold regions.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Uncommon dried fruits.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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