Lilac, 2 gal, Little Lady™

Lilac, 2 gal, Little Lady™In late spring, the dark pink buds open to lilac pink, with a heady fragrance that will tickle your nose! The mature size makes this plant perfect for foundation plantings, but it can also be used en masse, or as an informal hedge where you dont need a lot of height. Very hardy, and drought tolerant. Attributes Type: Deciduous Shrub Growth Habit: Upright Mature Height: 1. 25 1. 5m (4 5ft.) Mature Spread: 1. 25 1. 5m (4 5ft.) Zone: 2 Feature

In late spring, the dark pink buds open to lilac pink, with a heady fragrance that will tickle your nose! The mature size makes this plant perfect for foundation plantings, but it can also be used en masse, or as an informal hedge where you don’t need a lot of height. Very hardy, and drought tolerant.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Lilac-pink flowers from dark pink buds.
Flowering Time: May - June
Foliage Colour: Bright green

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is required. If pruning is required, cut back after blooming to promote strong new growth and flower buds to set for the next year.
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.