Syringa vulgaris - Mrs Edward Harding' (Lilac)
Syringa vulgaris description: This deciduous shrub - much loved for its hardiness and ability to produce masses of Lilac red flowers throughout early summer, all being heavily scented. This hardy and easy to grow large shrub is great for back of border / informal screen 3m X 2.5m.
Syringa vulgaris cultivation notes: Lilac will flourish in any reasonable soil (even chalk) in full or part sun. It is very hardy, requiring little pruning. Cut back to 1m to rejuvenate old bushes. Plant in autumn / spring, remove flowers for 1st year.
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Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils.
Common Missspellings: Siringa, Siringer, Syringer
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