Growing Information
USDA Zones
3–7
Sun
Full Sun
Water
medium
Height
8 ft–12 ft
🦌 Deer-Resistant🐶 Dog-Friendly†🐱 Cat-Friendly†🐝 Pollinators🦋 Butterflies🐦 Hummingbirds
Fragrant clusters of lavender-purple blooms burst in spring, filling the air with sweet, nostalgic scents. Hardy in USDA zones 3-7, lilacs attract pollinators and thrive with minimal care.
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