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Syringa vulgaris 'Paul Thirion'

Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Paul Thirion'
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: SVP.B.10.1
Price: 30.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

'Paul Thirion' Lilac Tree

Bush, 70-100cm, 12L pot

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 4 x 3 metres in 20 years

Foliage Heart-shaped green leaves (deciduous)

Flowers Fragrant, purple-pink flowers in long panicles

Position Full sun to part shade

Soil Prefers well-draining soil

Description

Syringa vulgaris ‘Paul Thirion’ is a beautiful Lilac tree growing large, upright panicles of intensely fragrant flowers. Originating in France, the large double flowers are a lovely purple-pink colour, emerging from dark purple-red buds. They are often cut and incorporated into floral arrangements and are very attractive to pollinators including bees and butterflies. Lush green, heart-shaped leaves accompany the blooms, completing the overall look of this charming Lilac tree.

Syringa vulgaris ‘Paul Thirion’ has a dense and compact but spreading form and will reach an approximate height and spread of 4 x 3 metres in 20 years. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, ‘Paul Thirion’ tolerates semi-shade but prefers a full sun position in any well-draining soil. Create a border hedge by planting as part of a group, or plant as an individual specimen tree.

AKA Syringa 'Paul Thirion', Common Lilac 'Paul Thirion'

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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