Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' — Bushy

Overview

Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Syringa, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' 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.

About

Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Syringa, known for its simple, typically entire leaves and conical clusters of small, highly aromatic 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 conditions with alkaline to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for a range of garden settings such as cottage, informal, city, courtyard, coastal, and flower borders. It flowers in spring and summer and can be propagated by softwood cuttings, layering, or grafting.

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 tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' 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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba'

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 tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba'?

Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' need?

Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' 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 tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' hardy in the UK?

Syringa tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba' 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 tomentella subsp. yunnanensis 'Alba'?

Softwood cuttings,Layering in early summer,Grafting in winter.

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