Syringa josikaea | Hungarian Lilac

Planting guides for Annuals, Biennials, Perennials, Shrub & Vine seeds can be found at: 

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Please read both the seed guide and this plant specific sowing instructions. If you are unsure of the best way to germinate the seeds, DO NOT SOW ALL THE SEEDS. Keep some in case the germination method you use doesn’t work. 

SYRINGA JOSIKAEA - HUNGARIAN  LILAC



Sowing Instructions (Cliff Notes version): Soak in water for 24 hours. Cold stratify for 30-90 days. Follow the Seed Guide for Shrubs.

Botanical Name: Syringa josikaea

Common Name: Hungarian Lilac, Lady Josika’s Lilac

Type: Deciduous shrub

Flower Color: Deep lilac-pink flower clusters  4-8 in (10-20 cm) long

Flowering Season: Spring, Summer

Plant Height: 8 - 10 ft (2.4-3 m)

Plant Spread: 8-12 ft (240-360 cm) 

Light Requirements: Full sun, Dappled Shade

Water Requirements: Average. Prefers moist. 

Soil Requirements: Average.

USDA Zones: 2-7