Syringa pubescens ssp. microphylla
Family: Oleaceae
Common names: LILAC, MANCHURIAN LILAC
Native to: China
Sentiment: first emotions of love
Plant
Type: shrub
Forms: clumping, dense form, erect
Leaves deciduous
Max height: 6.5 feet
Max width: 6.6 feet
Flower
secondary color present, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Plant features: deciduous, growth rate slow
Exposure: sun
Landscape uses: flower fragrant, topiary
Slow growing
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
Soil acidity: alkaline
Soil type: loam
USDA Zones: zone 6 to -10 f, zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: -10 to +30 °F
Water: regular
