Overview
Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Syringa, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Syringa, known for its simple leaves and highly aromatic, conical clusters of small tubular flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. 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. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits a range of garden settings such as cottage, informal, city, courtyard, coastal, and flower borders. Propagation can be achieved through 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac'
- 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac'?
Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' need?
Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' hardy in the UK?
Syringa x chinensis 'Persian Lilac' 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 x chinensis 'Persian Lilac'?
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
