.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Monge' Common Lilac Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' Description An elegant deciduous shrub renowned for its fragrant, pastel-purple flower clusters that bloom in late spring. This cultivar features dense, rounded growth with lush green foliage, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens and hedges. Suggested Uses Ideal for borders, privacy screens, and romantic garden settings. Effective as a cut flower, it also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity. Plant Details Botanical Name: Monge' Common Lilac Syringa vulgaris 'Monge' Common Name: Monge' Common Lilac Size & Growth: Typically reaches 8-10 feet in height with a spread of 6-8 feet over time Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring (May to June) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun for optimal flowering Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with proper care Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested Fragrant: Very fragrant, sweet-scented flowers Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Roses, spireas, and other flowering shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall in well-drained soil, with full sun exposure. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, loamy soils. Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune immediately after flowering to shape and promote new growth. Winter Care: Protect young plants with mulch in colder zones. Planting Depth: Set in planting hole so the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Regular watering during dry periods enhances flowering and growth.
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