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Lilac
Syringa spp.

Wildlife Value
Because of root suckers, provides high quality cover for numerous species of
birds and animals. Little value for fruit or browse. Introduced from
eastern Europe.
| Growth form |
round to irregular |
| Crown density |
dense |
| Size |
8-12' high
8-12' spread |
Drought
resistance |
very good |
| Cold hardiness |
excellent |
| Growth rate |
rapid |
| Life span |
moderate |
Elevation
range |
to 8,000 feet |
Soil
conditions |
good alkaline tolerance; grows well on most soils |
Possible insect
problems |
lilac borer, leaf miners,
oyster shell scale |
Possible disease
problems |
lilac leaf blotch, powdery mildew, some leaf spots |
| Wildlife value |
moderately high: songbirds; cover value |
| Seasonal color |
fragrant purple or white spring flowers |
| Miscellany |
develops into a dense barrier; excellent for windbreak
purposes |
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