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Cut-Leaf Lilac

Syringa X Laciniata

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Overview

The Cut-leaf Lilac (Syringa x laciniata) is a distinct shrub boasting deeply lobed, delicate leaves resembling fern foliage. This deciduous variety, growing up to 6-8 feet tall and 5-7 feet wide, offers fragrant, pale lilac blooms in late spring. Its compact form and finely textured leaves provide an elegant contrast in mixed borders, and it thrives best in full sun with well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 4-7.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Climate Temperate
Cut-Leaf Lilac (Syringa X Laciniata) — The Cut-leaf Lilac (Syringa x laciniata) is a distinct shrub boasting deeply lobed
Cut-Leaf Lilac (Syringa X Laciniata) — delicate leaves resembling fern foliage

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Oleaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Cut-Leaf Lilac (Syringa X Laciniata) — The Cut-leaf Lilac (Syringa x laciniata) is a distinct shrub boasting deeply lobed
Cut-Leaf Lilac (Syringa X Laciniata) — delicate leaves resembling fern foliage

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