Syringa vulgaris Cora Brandt Lilac

DESCRIPTION
A small to medium size deciduous tree or shrub. Cream in bud, opening to beautiful double white flower spikes in late spring, which are slightly perfumed. A very attractive shrub for any garden. Can be used for cut flowers.

HEIGHT X WIDTH
3 metres x 2 metres.

SHAPE
Upright shrub.

FOLIAGE
Green heart shaped leaves.

FLOWERS
Double white fragrant flowers.

COMMENTS
Plant in full sun. Prune after flowering. 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.