Taxon

Syringa vulgaris 'Frederick Law Olmsted'

 
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Syringa vulgaris 'Frederick Law Olmsted' - Frederick Law Olmsted common lilac
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Common name: Frederick Law Olmsted common lilac
Family: Oleaceae (olive family)
Distribution: Species native to s.e. Europe
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4
Life form: Deciduous shrub/Subshrub
Flower Type / Color: S I - Single White
Comments: A very rare, white-flowering selection of the popular lilac shrub. Blooms are produced in early May and are borne on old wood. Growth rate is medium and will reach about 12-15' tall with less in spread. Great as color for the shrub border or near walks or patios. Prune large branches out all the way to the base occasionally to encourage new shoots.

Locations

  • 1: FLS: CC22 (CC22) • Accession: D1999-1602.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: FLS: CC23 (CC23) • Accession: D1999-1602.003 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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