Lilac

Specifics

Plant Type:    Deciduous shrub

Zone:    3-7

Height:    See specific variety for height

Spread:    See specific variety for spread

Light:    Full sun, partial sun

Soil:    Rich, moist, well-drained

Uses:    Fragrant flowers, hedge, fall color

Flower:    Panicles ranging in color from white, pink, and purples. Typically a spring bloomer, some will rebloom

Foliage:    Dark green oval leaves; some varieties offer color in fall, most remain green

Pruning:    Prune right after blooming

Deer Resistant:    Occasionally damaged