White Lilac – 20 g – Flowering Shrub – Enchanting Fragrance – Spring Flowering

Main Features: Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Alba' German Name: White Lilac Type: Deciduous flowering shrub Net Weight: 100 g Sowing Time: March to May (under cover) or autumn (natural stratification) Flowering: May to June (3 to 5 years after sowing) Height: 3–5 m (can reach 7 m under optimal conditions) Flower Color: White, pure, sometimes slightly creamy Flowers: Small tubular flowers in 10–20 cm long panicles Scent: Intense, sweet, characteristic of lilac Location: Full sun to partial shade Hardiness: Very winter-hardy, withstands down to –25°C Description: White lilac is an emblematic shrub of the spring garden. Its abundant flowering, consisting of clusters of pure white, snow-white flowers, gives off a heady scent that permeates the entire garden. Easy to grow and very winter-hardy, it thrives in most regions of France. Ideal as a solitary specimen, in flowering hedges, or in beds, it also offers beautiful cut flowers for fragrant bouquets. Plant Characteristics: Foliage: Light green, heart-shaped, deciduous (falls in winter) Flower: Dense clusters of small white tubular flowers, 10–20 cm long Scent: Very intense, sweet, characteristic of lilac Growth: Bushy shrub, branching from the base Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (30–50 cm per year) Uses: Ornamental: Solitary, bed, flowering hedge, background in gardens Cut Flowers: Long vase life (5 to 7 days), perfumes the whole room Scent: Flowers used for making sachets, floral waters Bee Pasture: Attracts bees and butterflies in spring Natural Garden: Ideal for creating a fragrant and colorful space Sowing and Cultivation: Sowing: Germination of lilac requires a cold strategy (stratification) to break seed dormancy. Method 1 – Natural Stratification (Autumn Sowing): Sow seeds in September-October outdoors. Seeds overwinter in the soil and germinate naturally the following spring (March-April). Method 2 – Artificial Stratification (Spring Sowing): Soaking: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours. Cold Stratification: Mix seeds with moist sand or vermiculite. Store in the refrigerator (4–5°C) for 6 to 8 weeks. Sowing: After stratification, sow seeds in pots under cover at a temperature of 18–22°C. Depth: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep, lightly cover with soil. Germination Time: 3 to 8 weeks after stratification. Cultivation and Care: Transplanting: Into pots: When seedlings have 4–5 leaves, transplant into individual pots. Outdoors: Plant out after the last frosts (May) or in autumn (October). Planting Spacing: Plant 150–200 cm apart for harmonious development. For a flowering hedge, maintain a spacing of 100–150 cm. Soil: Normal, calcareous, well-drained. Lilac is not demanding but prefers nutrient-rich soils. Location: Full sun to partial shade. A sunny location promotes abundant and fragrant flowering. Watering: Regular in the first year after planting. Once established, lilac tolerates drought. Fertilization: Apply compost or organic fertilizer in spring. Avoid excessive nitrogen. Pruning: After flowering (June): Remove faded flower clusters to prevent the plant from exhausting itself. Training Pruning: Remove dead, weak, or misplaced branches. Rejuvenation: Prune heavily every 5–10 years to rejuvenate the shrub. Flowering: Lilac grown from seed takes 3 to 5 years to flower for the first time. It is a plant that requires patience, but the reward is worth it. Diseases: Not very susceptible. In humid summers, watch for powdery mildew (powdery white coating on leaves). Ensure good air circulation. Tips: White lilac is very winter-hardy and adapts to all soil types, preferring well-drained soils. For faster flowering, planting potted shrubs is preferable. Avoid overwatering, as this can cause root rot. Lilac is an ideal plant for both country gardens and city gardens. Cut flowers last 5 to 7 days in a vase. Cut stems in the morning and remove lower leaves. Packaging: 100 g of white lilac seeds.