{"product_id":"lilac-2-gal-virtual-violet-52215","title":"Lilac, 2 gal, Virtual Violet®","description":"With shiny violet new leaves, deep purple stems, raspberry-purple buds and fragrant violet flowers, Virtual Violet® is aptly named. Leaf petioles remain violet well into the summer. The upright, dense habit makes it a great choice for a hedge in smaller spaces as well as a welcome addition to foundation plantings. Mildew resistant.\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eAttributes\u003c\/h4\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Deciduous Shrub  \u003cbr\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Upright \u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8ft.) \u003cbr\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eMature Spread:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5 - 2.25m (5 - 7ft.) \u003cbr\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eZone:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 \u003cbr\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eFeature Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eOrnamental Features\u003c\/h4\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/b\u003e Rich violet purple \u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/b\u003e May - June\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eFoliage Colour:\u003c\/b\u003e Dark green\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e \r\n\u003cb\u003eGeneral Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Little pruning is required. If pruning is required, cut back after blooming to promote strong new growth and flower buds to set for the next year.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.  \u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Bron \u0026 Sons Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49717724119280,"sku":"17633","price":38.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/3617\/4760\/files\/17633-1.jpg?v=1780067997","url":"https:\/\/floralacres.ca\/products\/lilac-2-gal-virtual-violet-52215","provider":"Floral Acres Greenhouse \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}