Syringa ‘Flowerfest White’® – Compact White Lilac

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Syringa ‘Flowerfest White’®

• Common Name: White Lilac

• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub.

• Height & Spread: Compact in habit, typically reaching 1.2–1.5 metres tall and around 1 metre wide, making it smaller than traditional lilac varieties.

• Flowers: Bears large, dense clusters of pure white blooms in late spring to early summer. Unlike some lilacs, this variety has a prolonged flowering season, producing blooms over several weeks. Flowers are highly fragrant, filling the garden with a sweet scent.

• Foliage: The leaves are mid-green and heart-shaped, forming a dense and attractive backdrop even after the flowering season has finished.

• Special Qualities:

  • Compact habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens, patios, or container growing.

  • Excellent for cutting—flowers can be brought indoors for long-lasting, fragrant displays.

  • Bred for long flowering performance and a more manageable size compared to traditional lilacs.

• Garden Uses:

  • Ideal as a stand-alone specimen shrub or as part of a mixed border.

  • Works beautifully in cottage gardens, wildlife-friendly spaces, and fragrant planting schemes.

  • Compact enough for patios and container gardening, bringing fragrance to seating areas.

  • Perfect for gardeners who want the traditional lilac look without needing large space.

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements:

  • Thrives in full sun, where it produces the best flowers and foliage.

  • Can tolerate light partial shade, but this may reduce flower production.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.

  • Neutral to slightly alkaline soils are ideal, though it will tolerate a range of conditions if drainage is good.

  • Avoid waterlogged sites as lilacs dislike “wet feet.”

• Moisture Needs:

  • Moderate water requirements.

  • Keep soil evenly moist while the plant establishes, usually for the first year.

  • Once mature, lilacs are relatively drought-tolerant, though watering during dry spells will help improve bloom quality.

• Best Positioning:

  • Place in a sunny, open spot where the fragrance can be enjoyed.

  • Works well at the back of smaller borders or as a centrepiece in containers.

  • Combine with perennials such as peonies, irises, or roses for a classic spring garden display.

Care, Maintenance, and Seasonal Tips

• Watering:

  • Water regularly after planting until the root system is established.

  • In containers, check soil moisture often, as pots dry out quicker than borders.

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy foliage and abundant blooms.

  • Mulch with organic compost annually to improve soil structure and retain moisture.

• Pruning:

  • Prune immediately after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage strong growth for next year’s blooms.

  • Remove any dead, damaged, or overcrowded stems.

  • Avoid heavy pruning, as this can reduce the following season’s flowering.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • Generally hardy and resistant, but may occasionally suffer from powdery mildew—improve air circulation to prevent it.

  • Rarely affected by serious pests.

• Winter Hardiness:

  • Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland, tolerating frost and cold weather without protection.

• Wildlife Benefits:

  • Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and pollinators, supporting biodiversity.

  • Provides shelter for small birds and insects thanks to its dense foliage.

✨ Syringa ‘Flowerfest White’® is a delightful compact lilac, perfect for smaller spaces or container growing. With its long-lasting, highly fragrant white blooms and easy-care nature, it brings elegance and charm to any garden while providing excellent benefits for wildlife.

• Size
  30-40 CM C3

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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