Lilac 'James Macfarlane'

This James Macfarlane Lilac ships in a 1 Gallon pot

Size: Mature size can reach up to 8’ft high and 10'ft wide

Light: Prefers full sun for better blooms

Growth Rate: Moderate

Characteristics: Non-suckering growth from base. Grows in an oval shape with a neat and narrow base. Fragrant flower clusters bloom from the tips of branches in a dark burgundy pink shade Attracts pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Easy to care for and maintain.

Hardiness Zone: 2 - 7

Soil: Rich, fertile, well-drained soil with pH around: 6.1 - 7.8. Cold hardy, tolerant to brief periods of damp soil and mildew resistant. Water in periods of drought. Pruning after flowering periods is recommended but not necessary, but timing is important as they bloom on old growth. Fertilize lilacs in late winter.

*We cannot send plants to Alaska or Hawaii.

*Plants ship dormant in winter months.

*Pictures shown are of mature plants.

Requires at least 6-8 hours a day in order to bloom.

Best to plant in late fall or early spring after last freeze. Will require more watering if planting during the warmer months.

Allow at least 8' - 10'ft when planting for mature growth growth to avoid over crowding.

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Hardiness zone for this plant: 2 - 7

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