SYRINGA VULGARIS, Common Lilac 10 cubic inch

Description

This old-fashioned, long-lived homestead staple is best known for it’s fragrant flowers. Dark green foliage with traditional light purple blooms. Extremely hardy, excellent as a single specimen or in borders, screens and hedges. Tends to sucker. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Birds, bees and butterflies are attracted to it, deer aren’t.

• Berries: no
• Drought Tolerant: moderately
• Evergreen: no
• Flower Color: light purple
• Mature Height: 8-12′
• USDA Zone: 3-7
• Deer Resistant: yes