Lilac - Alice Eastwood Syringa x hyacinthiflora

DESCRIPTION
A medium sized deciduous tree or shrub, with a strong, upright growth habit. An abundance of slightly fragrant double flowers start as deep purple buds, opening to mauve in mid spring.

HEIGHT X WIDTH
3 metres x 3 metres.

SHAPE
Strong upright rounded shrub.

FOLIAGE
Green heart shaped leaves.

FLOWERS
Deep purple buds, opening to mauve in mid spring. Slightly fragrant.

COMMENTS
These compact flower clusters are produced in abundance. Plant in full sun. Annual mulching and fertilizer in autumn recommended, with summer watering required.

TREE CARE
Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union approximately 5 to 10cm BELOW the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune to shape if necessary.