{"product_id":"wolf-s-lilac-syringa-wolfii","title":"Wolf's Lilac - Syringa wolfii","description":"\u003cp\u003eWolf's Lilac (\u003cem\u003eSyringa wolfii\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large, fast-growing deciduous shrub or small tree, 2m to 5m tall and 2m to 4m wide, that fills the garden with very fragrant pale lilac-mauve flowers each late spring. It is a hardy, deep-rooted lilac that handles frost and, once established, dry spells. The dark green leaves turn gold in autumn before they drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery fragrant flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale lilac-mauve flower heads open in late spring and scent the whole garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost tolerant once established, it is a proper cold-climate shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelatively drought tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep roots carry it through dry spells once it has settled in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e It reaches shrub or small tree size quickly, so it fills a boundary without a long wait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn gold.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green leaves colour to gold before they drop, adding a second season of interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformal hedging.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart for a loose, flowering hedge. It suits a large boundary rather than a clipped formal line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature shrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it space on its own, near a path, window or seat where the scent can be enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackyard tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left to grow tall, it makes a small flowering tree with spring blossom and autumn colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Wolf's Lilac in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Like all lilacs, it flowers best after a properly cold winter, so it is happiest in cool temperate gardens and worth trying in warm temperate districts with cool winters. It is not suited to the humid subtropics or the tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil, preferably on the alkaline side. In acid soil, a little garden lime helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, around 12 weeks, and again during extended hot and dry periods. Mulch with organic compost or well-rotted manure in winter, and apply a slow release fertiliser in spring while it flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to maintain dense growth, shape the plant and encourage new flowering shoots. Pruning at other times costs you the following spring's blossom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Wolf's Lilac as tube stock and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. Tube stock is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly and is the economical way to plant a long hedge. The 200mm pots are larger and give a boundary more presence in its first year. Young lilacs can take a few seasons to flower heavily, so plant for the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs\"\u003eBrowse deciduous shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eFragrant plants for the garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-cool-climates\"\u003ePlants for cool climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/frost-tolerant-plants-in-australia\"\u003eFrost tolerant plants in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower in a warm climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLilacs need a cold winter to flower well. It performs best in cool temperate gardens, can work in warm temperate gardens with cool winters, and is not recommended for the subtropics or tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 2m apart. It is a large, informal shrub, so it makes a loose flowering hedge rather than a tight, clipped one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it lose its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is deciduous. The leaves colour to gold in autumn and drop, and new growth appears in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789642170687,"sku":"SYR-WOL-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67789642203455,"sku":"SYR-WOL-200MM-P6","price":320.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/wolf-s-lilac-syringa-wolfii.jpg?v=1792192646","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/wolf-s-lilac-syringa-wolfii","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}