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Syringa x hyacinthiflora Scentara Pura® ('SMNSHSO')
Scentara Pura® Lilac: Patent PP31,119
- » Extremely fragrant flowers
- » Better performer for warmer areas than other lilacs
- » Disease resistant
- » Deer resistant
- Category:Shrub
- Breeder:Proven Winners
- Hardiness Zone:2-8
- Height:48-72 in
- Spread:48-72 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Classic lilac fragrance with vigorous, modern-day disease resistance! Scentara Pura® is a hyacinthiflora lilac, the most fragrant type on the market. It earns its name from its pure purple flowers and deep, true fragrance. Fresh green foliage resists disease and keeps the plant looking good even when it's not in bloom. Warm climate gardeners should especially take note of Scentara Pura lilac: it requires less chilling than other lilacs, so performs better when winters are mild.
30 Seconds with Scentara Pura®
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Purple |
Programs
| • | Proven Winners |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Syringa x hyacinthiflora Scentara Pura®
Lilacs require well-drained soils - wet conditions will lead to root rot which can kill them. Plant only in areas that are not soggy, and do not add anything to the soil when you plant a lilac. Prune after flowering if needed