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President Lincoln Common Lilac-Deciduous Shrub 10 Gallon

President Lincoln Common Lilac-Deciduous Shrub 10 Gallon

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Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln' Information Page
Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'

Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'

Description

The 'President Lincoln' Common Lilac is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning, fragrant blue flowers. It is a classic garden favorite, celebrated for its vibrant blooms and sweet scent that heralds the arrival of spring.

Suggested Uses

This lilac is perfect for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as part of a fragrant hedge. It can also be used in cut flower arrangements to bring its delightful fragrance indoors.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris 'President Lincoln'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'President Lincoln' Common Lilac
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 8-15 feet tall and 6-12 feet 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, especially butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Highly fragrant
  • 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: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base in colder climates to protect roots
  • 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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