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Syringa vulgaris 'Mrs. Bereasha' | Mrs. Bereasha Lilac

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DESCRIPTION
Syringa vulgaris ‘Mrs. Berneasha’ is a historic lilac selection associated with Hulda Klager’s breeding work in Woodland, Washington. In mid to late spring, rounded trusses open from deeper-toned buds into densely florets that show a purple-to-lavender effect with lighter, whitish highlights through the panicle. The fragrance is classic lilac, sweet and strong.

Heart-shaped green leaves create a full, leafy backdrop through the growing season, and the plant develops a sturdy, branching framework that carries bloom clusters at the ends of shoots. The overall look is traditional and formal, suited to specimen planting, and cut-flower harvest during peak bloom.

DESCRIPTION
Syringa vulgaris ‘Mrs. Berneasha’ is a historic lilac selection associated with Hulda Klager’s breeding work in Woodland, Washington. In mid to late spring, rounded trusses open from deeper-toned buds into densely florets that show a purple-to-lavender effect with lighter, whitish highlights through the panicle. The fragrance is classic lilac, sweet and strong.

Heart-shaped green leaves create a full, leafy backdrop through the growing season, and the plant develops a sturdy, branching framework that carries bloom clusters at the ends of shoots. The overall look is traditional and formal, suited to specimen planting, and cut-flower harvest during peak bloom.

  • Family: Oleaceae
    Height: 10 to 15 ft
    Width: 8 to 12 ft
    Foliage color: Deciduous medium green leaves
    Flower color: Deep purple buds open to lavender-purple blossoms with a faint white edge
    Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low to 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

    This plant can be seen at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens.

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Sun Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Hedging & Privacy
    ‍ ‍ ● Fragrant Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Pollinator Gardens

    Companion Plants:
         Gaura              Weigela
         Salvia              Baptisia
         Lilies                Mexican feather grass

    Design Tip:
    Showcase ‘Mrs. Bereasha’ as a specimen where its individual flower clusters can be appreciated at close range. The deep purple buds, lavender-purple blossoms, and subtle white edging create intricate color variation, making the spring display appreciated from a nearby path or garden seating area.