Syringa prestoniae 'James McFarlane'

Latin name: Syringa prestoniae 'James McFarlane'
Common Name:
Preston Lilac 'James McFarlane'
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Shrubby
Botanical family: Oleaceae

Description

Syringa prestoniae 'James McFarlane' is a late-flowering lilac, notable for its large panicles of light pink flowers that appear after the spring frosts. Its vigorous, upright growth habit makes it ideal for flowering hedges, planting at the back of flowerbeds, or as a stand-alone plant. Very hardy and well-adapted to cold climates, it resists disease well and offers prolonged flowering. Its dense foliage and exceptional floribunda make it a safe choice for a garden with tiered flowering.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

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

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color:
Green

Height: 2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Width: 2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate: average

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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