‘Ivory Silk’ Japanese Tree Lilac
Size
20-25′ Tall
15-20′ Wide
Light Requirements
Full sun to part shade
Soil and Moisture Requirements
Prefers rich well drained soils. Adaptable to most soil types
Growth Rate
Moderate (1-1.5’/year)
Season of Interest
Late spring/early summer
Flower Color
Off white/cream
Fruit
After flowering the tree will hold on to branching, capsule-like structures that remain through fall
Fall Color
Yellow
Uses
‘Ivory Silk Lilac’ is a beautiful, large stature lilac. Both single stem and multi-stem will reach 20-25′ tall and 15-20′ wide. It’s a great option for a narrow flowering tree. The flowers on this lilac will bloom around June with large white/cream flowers. With a moderate height and more upright branching, this tree would be great planted off the corner of your house. Use the multi-stem form by your patio for some extra privacy. Its compact form also makes it an excellent option for a street tree under powerlines.