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Ivory Silk Lilac

Syringa reticulata 'Ivory Silk'

Category: Deciduous Tree • Lilac

Ivory Silk Lilac is a fragrant, low-maintenance shrub perfect for accents and specimens in gardens.

Mature Height: 8-10 feet
Mature Width: 8-12 feet
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Late spring
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 3-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Spring

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Ivory Silk Lilac is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, creamy white flowers and attractive, dark green foliage. It is a hardy plant that can thrive in various soil types and is often used in landscapes for its ornamental value.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types, prefers neutral to slightly alkaline pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Fragrant flowersattractive barkand good fall color.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for urban settings and small gardens. Provides seasonal interest with blooms and foliage.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Ivory Silk Lilac a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

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