common lilac

Large, bushy, fast growing deciduous shrub (H 4-5 m, W 3-4 m). Branches upright to open, densely branched, densely arranged. Leaves broadly ovate to heart-shaped (5-12 cm), smooth, bright green to dark green. Flowers in rich, upright panicles (10-20 cm), star-shaped (0,5 cm), flower buds light violet, open flowers lilac, scented. Flowering period: May. Undemanding, healthy and well-growing shrub. Grows best in fertile, humus-rich soils in sun or light semi-shade. Good for cutting.