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SYRINGA vulgaris 'Sensation'
Commonly known as Lilac
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Prominent white edging to the reddish-purple flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Will tolerate hard renovation pruning -
Pests & Diseases
Leaf miners, thrips, willow scale, lilac blight, honey fungus -
DeciduousHeart-shaped to ovate leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Bicolor
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetReddish purple with white edging -
Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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Panicles
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
Tall ShrubHeart-shaped, blue-green leaves
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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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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
2.5m (8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterCottage gardenTown garden
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Pruning group
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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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-richNeutral to alkaline soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Syringa - Growing Guide
Planting Combinations
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