Syringa reticulata 'City of Toronto' - 100-125 CM RB

Description
The Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto' (Syringa reticulata) is an upright, branched large shrub that produces white flowers arranged in panicles with a pleasant fragrance. They appear in June. The Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto' also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 4 metres and is around 4 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * cannot be grown over, stem protection recommended

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto's are medium green, ovate, opposite. They are about 10 - 16 cm tall. Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
North China.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, branched.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers of Japanese tree lilac 'City of Toronto' appear in panicles in June. They grow to around 20 - 30 cm tall and are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Cut, solitary, bee pasture