Donald Wyman Lilac

Donald Wyman Lilac (Syringa x prestoniae 'Donald Wyman') Donald Wyman Lilac, Syringa x prestoniae 'Donald Wyman', is a hardy hybrid lilac valued for its late spring bloom, rosy purple flower clusters, and strong classic fragrance on a substantial upright shrub. Buds open a rich reddish purple and mature to clear lavender tones, creating a cloud of color just as many early lilacs are finishing. Heart shaped green leaves fill the framework for the rest of the season, giving the plant a full, well balanced look in mixed borders and along property lines. Sturdy branching and dependable bloom make Donald Wyman a natural choice for gardeners in colder climates who want reliable lilac performance and a standout spring focal point in sunny beds and screens. Distinctive Features Donald Wyman Lilac typically grows about 8 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide, forming an upright, multi stemmed shrub with a rounded outline. In mid to late spring, branch tips are topped with large conical trusses of single flowers, packed with small, tubular blooms that open into four petaled florets in shades of rosy purple to lavender. The flower color holds well on the plant and shows strongly against the fresh green foliage, giving a bold yet refined look in the landscape. As a later blooming hybrid, it helps extend the lilac season when combined with earlier varieties, and its cold hardiness and vigorous habit make it a dependable structural shrub in climates with real winter chill. Growing Conditions...