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Syringa x chinensis 'Saugeana' | Saugeana Lilac

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DESCRIPTION
Syringa x chinensis ‘Saugeana’ is a deciduous lilac selected for airy, arching branches and abundant, sweetly fragrant flower panicles. Buds open in mid to late spring, typically May, in lilac to pinkish-purple tones that read deeper at first and soften as the florets expand. Fresh green foliage and a graceful, fountain-like outline keep it attractive after bloom.

The Chinese (Rouen) lilac originated in France in the late 1700’s as a hybrid involving common lilac and Persian lilac, and ‘Saugeana’ is an early-named form associated with that lineage. After flowering, small capsules may follow, while the plant’s fine twigging and profuse bloom display suit borders, informal hedges, and garden edges.

DESCRIPTION
Syringa x chinensis ‘Saugeana’ is a deciduous lilac selected for airy, arching branches and abundant, sweetly fragrant flower panicles. Buds open in mid to late spring, typically May, in lilac to pinkish-purple tones that read deeper at first and soften as the florets expand. Fresh green foliage and a graceful, fountain-like outline keep it attractive after bloom.

The Chinese (Rouen) lilac originated in France in the late 1700’s as a hybrid involving common lilac and Persian lilac, and ‘Saugeana’ is an early-named form associated with that lineage. After flowering, small capsules may follow, while the plant’s fine twigging and profuse bloom display suit borders, informal hedges, and garden edges.

  • Family: Oleaceae
    Height: 8 to 12 ft
    Width: 6 to 10 ft
    Foliage color: Medium green, heart-shaped leaves
    Flower color: Palelilac-purple, fragrant flower clusters
    Bloom Time: 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:
         Larkspur               Windflower
         Hardy mum           Fountain grass
         Candytuft              Columbine

    Design Tip:
    Bring a looser character to structured garden areas with ‘Saugeana’s’ airy, fountain-like form. Its fine branching and arching flower panicles soften the strong lines of walls, fences, and paved areas while still providing enough height to anchor the planting.