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Syringa trees, also known as lilac trees, are a small genus of truly outstanding trees which are from the Olaeceae family. These trees are native to Europe and East Asia, and they are known for their stunning displays of tubular flowers. Many varieties of the flowers are lilac in colour, hence the common name, but some are pink and even white. The flowers have a delightfully strong fragrance which makes this tree the perfect choice for the sensory garden. The flowers hang in large panicles and usually appear in late spring or early summer and they are popular with both bees and butterflies alike.
In terms of uses, lilac trees are only grown for their ornamental value as the wood is too close-grained to use in production. These trees are popular parkland trees and they are often showcased in horticultural shows – they even have dedicated annual lilac festivals in Michigan and Massachusetts, USA. For the everyday gardener however, these trees are planted for their beauty. Lilacs generally remain quite compact and are therefore well-suited to the smaller garden, and they add a guaranteed dose of colour year-in, year-out. If planted in groups or rows, these trees can make a good border as the luscious green leaves will make the perfect foil for other flowering varieties.
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Syringa Belle de Nancy
Lilac Tree
Common Name: Lilac Belle de NancyLatin Name: Syringa vulgaris ‘Belle de Nancy’Soil: Fertile but well drained. Prefers neutral-alkaline soilPosition: Full sunFlowering period: May/JuneFlowering colour: PinkThe Syringa 'Belle de Nancy' is a beautiful lilac tree which features bouquets of double pink flowers that grow upright in panicles. The deep pink flowers are highly scented and are perfectly complimented by the blue-green foliage which holds a pretty heart shape. An ideal choice for a specimen tree or for planting at the back of a border.
Syringa Katherine Havemeyer
Lilac Tree
Common Name: Lilac Katherine HavemeyerLatin Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Katherine Havemeyer'Soil: Fertile but well drained. Prefers neutral- alkaline soilPosition: Full sunHardiness: Fully hardyFlowering period: May/JuneFlowering colour: LavenderEventual height/spread after 20 years: 4m/4m The ‘Katherine Havemeyer’ is one of the most popular purple lilac trees. It features clusters of highly-scented lavender coloured flowers which fade to pale lilac in mid-summer. The leaves are a pretty heart shape and are bold green in colour. A very attractive tree which is suitable for smaller gardens as a specimen tree. For larger gardens this tree can be placed at the back of a sunny border where it will compliment other small trees and large shrubs.
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Syringa Mrs Edward Harding
Lilac Tree
Common Name: Lilac Mrs Edward HardingLatin Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Mrs Edward Harding'Soil: Fertile but well drained. Prefers neutral-alkaline soilPosition: Full sunHardiness: Fully hardyFlowering period: SpringFlowering colour: Purple-pinkEventual height/spread after 20 years: 4m/4m This beautiful lilac tree features elegant clusters of rich lilac-pink flowers which release an enchanting fragrance. The heavily scented flowers are accompanied by the luscious deep green leaves which are heart shaped. The tree has a bushy habit and grows to be a relatively small, rounded tree.
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