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Bold white blooms for bright, refreshing landscapes
The New Age™ White Syringa delivers masses of fragrant, bright white blooms in late spring, creating a crisp, elegant focal point in the garden. Its flowers not only provide striking visual appeal but also draw in beneficial pollinators. Unlike many traditional lilacs, this improved variety offers excellent resistance to powdery mildew and strong foliar disease resistance, keeping foliage cleaner and more attractive throughout the season.
This compact, bushy shrub thrives in full sun and performs best in regions with cold winters, which are essential for reliable blooming. Lilacs require a proper winter chill period to set flowers, making New Age™ White an excellent choice for northern and colder climates. With its tidy habit, improved disease resistance, and dependable bloom performance, it’s a standout option for gardeners seeking classic lilac beauty with modern resilience.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Choose a site that receives full sun to partial shade and has well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball but no deeper than the root ball itself. Place the shrub in the hole, fill it with soil, and spread a layer of mulch three feet around the tree, water thoroughly.
2. Watering: Water the plant deeply twice a week during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, the New Age™ White Syringa is drought-tolerant and will only require watering during prolonged dry spells.
3. Pruning: Prune in immediately after flowering in spring. Dead or diseased canes can be removed to the soil level any time of year.
4. Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to support robust growth. Over-fertilization should be avoided, as it can lead to excessive foliage with fewer blooms.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 5-5 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 4-5 ft. |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Syringa vulgaris 'G13103' PP 32,670 |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, HI |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 4-7 outdoors |
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