About
Syringa vulgaris �Candeur� is a vigorous, upright deciduous shrub or small tree producing heart-shaped, mid-green leaves and large, conical panicles of fragrant, pure white flowers in late spring. A fine single-flowered selection for a sunny border or as a specimen plant.
About the genus
Taxodium are tall deciduous trees, narrowly conical in outline, with red-brown bark and soft, linear leaves colouring well in autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Trees, Bogs
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Native toSE USA
Care notes
CultivationGood specimen tree, suited to wet conditions
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility