Lilac, 5's, Villosa Late

Non-suckering, dense, upright-rounded form with 6-8in long clusters of fragrant, single pink-purple blooms and dark green, heart-shaped foliage. Extremely hardy! Blooms later than other lilacs. Great for hedges/screens.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded
Mature Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10ft.)
Mature Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Mauve-purple
Flowering Time: June
Foliage Colour: Dark green

Care

General Maintenance: 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.
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: Tolerant of most soils and drought when established.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.