Lilac, Ludwig Spaeth

Syringa vulgaris ‘Ludwig Spaeth’

Group: French Hybrid Lilac

Size (HxW): 10’ x 8’

Growth Habit: Upright, spreading

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

Reddish purple flowers displayed in long, narrow clusters

Heavily scented flower panicles

Blue-green, heart shaped, glossy foliage

Blooms in 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

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