Syringa Scent and Sensibility™ Pink (Lilac)
Lilac Scent and Sensibility™, Syringa 'SMSXPM' PP26548
Syringa Scent and Sensibility™ Pink (Lilac) is a dwarf, deciduous shrub of compact, spreading habit. Opening from dark pink buds in spring, soft lilac-pink flowers are on display over a long season. Blooming massively in mid-late spring, the heavily fragrant blossoms are so profuse that they literally cover the plant. After a rest period, they repeat sporadically throughout the summer and until frost, but they are not as abundant as in spring. The branches are clothed in rich green, heart-shaped leaves that remain attractive in summer. This reblooming lilac is perfect for small gardens and containers.
- Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and 4-6 ft. wide (120-180 cm).
- A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, well-drained soils. Appreciates mulching when planted in full sun. Needs good air circulation.
- No serious insect or disease problems. May get leaf-mining moths, thrips, or be affected by lilac blight
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds but is deer resistant.
- Plant as a specimen or massed in mixed shrub borders for dramatic spring blooms. Use it in the perennial border to add structure to a bed. A great flowering shrub that is perfect for containers.
- Fertilize with a controlled-release fertilizer in early spring. May be trimmed after spring blooms.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Syringa - Lilacs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 72" (120cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Syringa - Lilacs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 72" (120cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |