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DNRC Montana Conservation Seedling Nursery

Lilac

Lilac

Regular price $69.36 USD
Regular price Sale price $69.36 USD
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Product (seedling size, quantity per unit, seed source)

*ORDERING QUANTITIES - our seedlings are sold in bulk*
10 - 27 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 24 (1 unit = 24 seedlings)
100 & 175 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 9 (1 unit = 9 seedlings)

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Syringa vulgaris

Native to eastern Europe

Natural Habitat: Rocky hillsides

Foliage: Green leaves that turn grey/dark green and drop in the fall

Flowers: Small, fragrant flower clusters ranging in color from white to dark purple (color received is random)

Light Requirements: Full sun

Growth Rate: 1 ft. per year

20-Year Height: 8 ft.

Elevation Range: 2,000 - 7,000 ft.

Cold Hardiness: Zone 3 - 7

Wind Tolerance: Moderate

Soil Preference: Slightly alkaline, moist, well-drained soil high in organic matter

Alkali/Saline Soil Tolerance: Moderate

Life Span: 50+ years

Minimum Annual Precipitation: 11 in.

Drought Tolerance: Moderate

Windbreak Spacing: 4 - 8 ft.

Potential Pests/Disease: None significant

Deer Resistance: Moderate

Wildlife Value:

  • Good cover for a variety of birds and animals
  • Food source for honey bees
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