Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Hairy Lilac
FamilyOleaceae
Syringa villosa, known as hairy lilac or late lilac, is a hardy shrub prized for its late blooming and vigorous habit. This species develops a rounded, dense habit with upright branches adorned with large, dark green, slightly velvety oval leaves. In early summer, after common lilacs have bloomed, large panicles of fragrant lilac-pink flowers appear, extending the lilac season in the garden. The flowers attract many pollinators and add a colorful touch to flowerbeds. Very hardy and adaptable, Syringa villosa tolerates various soils and cold climates well, making it an excellent choice for flowering hedges, naturalistic gardens, or landscape plantings.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPurple
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingBrown capsules, very discreet.
Maximum height2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Maximum width2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
