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Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘Equinox Valley’ | Equinox Valley Lilac

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DESCRIPTION
Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘Equinox Valley’ is an early-blooming lilac known for full, double florets in soft lavender to lavender-blue tones. The flower clusters are richly fragrant and make generous panicles for cutting. Heart-shaped, mid-green leaves fill in after bloom and provide a leafy backdrop through the growing season.

This cultivar is associated with Equinox Valley Nursery in Manchester, Vermont, where it was re-discovered and propagated by founders Roger and Penny Preuss. Flowering typically occurs in early to mid spring, depending on climate.

DESCRIPTION
Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘Equinox Valley’ is an early-blooming lilac known for full, double florets in soft lavender to lavender-blue tones. The flower clusters are richly fragrant and make generous panicles for cutting. Heart-shaped, mid-green leaves fill in after bloom and provide a leafy backdrop through the growing season.

This cultivar is associated with Equinox Valley Nursery in Manchester, Vermont, where it was re-discovered and propagated by founders Roger and Penny Preuss. Flowering typically occurs in early to mid spring, depending on climate.

  • Family: Oleaceae
    Height: 8 to 12 ft
    Width: 6 to 10 ft
    Foliage color: Medium to dark green, broadly heart-shaped leaves
    Flower color: Soft lavender to lavender-pink, fragrant flower clusters
    Bloom Time: Early spring
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Moderate; prune immediately after flowering to shape and remove spent clusters
    Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 7
    Wildlife attractors: Fragrant blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Sun Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Specimen Plants
    ‍ ‍ ● Fragrant Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Pollinator Gardens

    Companion Plants:
         Lupine                   Firethorn
         Red valerian          Blue oat grass
         Rock rose              Snow-in-summer

    Design Tip:
    Feature ‘Equinox Valley’ where its densely layered double flowers can be appreciated at close range. The soft lavender coloring and intricate florets reward a nearer view, making this lilac especially effective beside frequently traveled garden paths or gathering areas.