Lilac, Bridal Memories

Syringa vulgaris ‘Bridal Memories’

Group: French Hybrid Lilac

Size (HxW): 10’ x 8’

Growth Habit: Upright, oval

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

Large, pure white flower clusters

Heavily scented flowers

Blue-green, heart shaped, glossy foliage turns burgundy in fall

Blooms in late May – early June for approximately 10 days

Requires 6+ hours of sunlight

Medium Growth Rate: 8-10”/year

Row Spacing: 3’ apart

Individual Spacing: 8’ apart

Drought tolerant once established

Limited suckering

Disease resistant

Plant Care:

- Prune immediately after they have finished flowering; if pruned earlier and/or later, flower buds for the next blooming season will be cut off - Prefers a well drained planting location; does not like soggy soil - Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soils