SYRINGA pekinensis 'Beijing Gold'
SYRINGA pekinensis 'Beijing Gold'
Commonly known as Peking lilac
Fragrant pale yellow flowers.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Peeling bark in maturity -
Pests & Diseases
Honey fungus, phytophora, scale insects, leaf miners -
Place of origin
From Beijing Botanic Gardens, China -
Deciduous
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Yellow
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Panicles
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Tubular
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Border
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Town garden
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Entire
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Height
6 metres -
Spread
4.5 metres -
Tall Shrub
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size6 metres
4.5 metres
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