Syringa protolaciniata - 30-40 CM C4

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Syringa afghanica.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for flowering hedges * cut flower * strongly scented flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for containers

Leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Lilac is bushy and broad in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements Standard container plant soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers appear in May. They are strongly scented.

Use
Pruning, solitary, tub, ornamental shrub, hedge