{"product_id":"common-lilac-syringa-vulgaris","title":"Common Lilac (syringa vulgaris)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeciduous shrub or small tree (up to 5–7m tall) renowned for intensely fragrant panicles of lilac\/purple, flowers in late spring – classic cottage garden favourite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators during bloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to grow, hardy, and tolerant of most well-drained soils including chalk and clay; thrives in urban conditions and pollution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/n6P0SitRwy8?si=IZoxfYbbTRKC1_Bs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHeart-Shaped\u003c\/a\u003e leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance once established; suitable for borders, screens, or as a specimen; can be pruned to shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun (essential for good flowering) to very light shade; fertile, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil (dislikes very acid or waterlogged); sheltered from strong cold winds to protect early buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig hole twice root width; incorporate well-rotted manure or compost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); firm in, water well, mulch base (keep clear of trunk) to surpress weeds and conserve soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; prune immediately after flowering (remove spent blooms and shape); deadhead to encourage next year’s flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58498774204760,"sku":null,"price":3.12,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/lilacflowers.jpg?v=1789923312","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/common-lilac-syringa-vulgaris","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}