Overview
Syringa pinetorum is a bushy shrubs in the genus Syringa, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Syringa pinetorum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal and flower borders and beds. It is native to China South-Central and Tibet.
About
Syringa pinetorum is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Syringa, known for its simple, usually entire leaves. In late spring to early summer, it produces conical clusters of small, highly aromatic, 4-lobed tubular flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained or well-drained alkaline to neutral soils. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits cottage and informal gardens, city and courtyard settings, coastal areas, and flower borders.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Syringa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained,Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Syringa pinetorum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- China South-Central, Tibet
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Syringa pinetorum
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings,Layering in early summer,Grafting in winter
- Pest resistance
- Lilac leaf-mining moth,Willow scale,Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Lilac blight,Honey fungus,Phytophthora,Powdery mildews,Bacterial canker
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Syringa pinetorum?
Syringa pinetorum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Syringa pinetorum need?
Syringa pinetorum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Syringa pinetorum hardy in the UK?
Syringa pinetorum has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Syringa pinetorum?
Softwood cuttings,Layering in early summer,Grafting in winter.
More in the Syringa genus
- Syringa 'Betsy Ross'lilac 'Betsy Ross'
- Syringa emodiHimalayan lilac
- Syringa josikaea 'Oden'
- Syringa komarowii subsp. komarowii
- Syringa oblata subsp. oblata 'Alba'
- Syringa oblata subsp. oblata 'Frank Meyer'
- Syringa pekinensis 'Gimborn's China Pearl'
- Syringa reticulataJapanese tree lilac
