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Monge Common Lilac-Deciduous Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 5 Gallon

Monge Common Lilac-Deciduous Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 5 Gallon

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Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' - Plant Catalog

Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'

Description

The 'Monge' Common Lilac is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning, deep purple blooms and delightful fragrance. It is a classic choice for spring gardens, providing a burst of color and scent that attracts pollinators and delights garden enthusiasts.

Suggested Uses

This lilac is perfect for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a fragrant hedge. Its cut flowers are excellent for arrangements, bringing the scent of spring indoors.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Monge'
  • Common Name Common Name: Monge' Common Lilac
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 8-12 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Peonies, roses, and other spring-flowering shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Medium, well-drained
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay
  • Humidity Humidity: Average
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew
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