Syringa pekinensis 'Morton' [sold as Sold as China Snow™]
China Snow Lilac

 Plant Type:
 Growth Forms:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
White
 Foliage Notes:
Green; Yellow (Fall)
 Ultimate Height:
30 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
25 feet
 Soil Notes:
moist, well drained soil
 Range:
Cultivated Origin
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves are heart-shaped and about 2 to 4 inches long. Flowers come in large clusters in early summer. The fruit also comes in large clusters.
  Special Characteristics:

Additional Information

Popular tree to be used on streets because it fits under utility lines, is tolerant to salt spray, and has no serious insect or disease problems. However, It does require proper drainage. It also has very attractive exfoliating bark with a amber tone.

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