Lilac, 2 gal, French, Charles Joly

Lilac, 2 gal, French, Charles JolyThis medium size shrub has an upright, open branched habit and bright green foliage. Gorgeous, magenta red, double flower clusters are highly fragrant. Blooms mid season, typically in mid May. Thrives in cool summer climates. A lovely spring accent, screen or border specimen. Attributes Type: Deciduous Shrub Growth Habit: Upright Mature Height: 2. 5 3m (8 10ft.) Mature Spread: 1. 5 2m (5 6ft.) Zone: 2 Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit

This medium-size shrub has an upright, open-branched habit and bright green foliage. Gorgeous, magenta-red, double flower clusters are highly fragrant. Blooms mid-season, typically in mid-May. Thrives in cool summer climates. A lovely spring accent, screen or border specimen.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Magenta-red
Flowering Time: May
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.