Syringa reticulata 'Summer Snow'

Japanese Tree Lilac

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune as needed after flowering.

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This is an excellent, relatively trouble-free ornamental tree for the landscape.

  • Rounded and more compact than other species
  • Good flower production
  • Fragrant, creamy white flowers

Tree form is ideal for a large yard or street.

Height: 20-30 ft
Spread: 20-25 ft
Zone: 3-7
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Japanese Tree Lilac:

Lilacs are primarily popular for their fragrance and flowers in the spring.  The flowers are beautiful in bouquets and hummingbirds and butterflies enjoy them too, plus for many the lilac is the official sign of spring.  The lilac tree is a tough plant surviving on neglect, but if grown in a fertile, well-drained soil, pruned properly and given good air circulation the tree will be a lasting beauty in the landscape.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Fragrant
  • Long Blooming

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Humming-birds
  • Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring
  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water