
Common Name: Japanese tree lilac
Scientific Name:
Family: Oleacea
Genus: Syringa
Species: reticulata
Hardiness Zone: 3 to 7
Height: 20 to 25 ft
Width: 15 to 20 ft
Description: The Japanese tree lilac is widely used under power lines as a boulevard tree due to the height at maturity. These trees are mostly trouble free and offer a compliment to other flowering trees. They flower much like the common lilac in spring. The flowers are very fragrant and showy. These trees will tolerate most urban situations and soils.