nodding lilac

How to Grow and Care for nodding lilac

nodding lilac · Syringa komarowii subsp. reflexa
Also known as: pendulous lilac

Grows well in most well-drained, fertile, humus-rich alkaline to neutral soils. Thrives in chalky ground and appreciates mulching when planted in full sun. Dislikes strongly acidic soils

Watering: Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spellsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing nodding lilac

nodding lilac
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grows well in most well-drained, fertile, humus-rich alkaline to neutral soils. Thrives in chalky ground and appreciates mulching when planted in full sun. Dislikes strongly acidic soils

How to Water nodding lilac?

Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for nodding lilac?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for nodding lilac?

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What Soil Is Best for nodding lilac?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for nodding lilac?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize nodding lilac?

Balanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly

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How to Prune nodding lilac?

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

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How to Propagate nodding lilac?

Propagate by softwood cuttings or layering in early summer

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How to Transplant nodding lilac?

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How to Care for nodding lilac in Winter?

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How to Plant nodding lilac?

Grows well in most well-drained, fertile, humus-rich alkaline to neutral soils. Thrives in chalky ground and appreciates mulching when planted in full sun. Dislikes strongly acidic soils

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How to Repot nodding lilac?

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How to Harvest nodding lilac?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to lilac blight, honey fungus, phytophthora, powdery mildews and bacterial canker (Pseudomonas Syringae)

Pests

May be susceptible to lilac leaf-mining moth, willow scale and thrips

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The Toxicity of nodding lilac

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Attributes of nodding lilac

Plant typeShrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginChina

Scientific Classification

Species
Syringa komarowii subsp. reflexa
Genus
Syringa
Family
Oleaceae
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