Syringa prestoniae Donald Wyman
Syringa 'Donald Wyman' photo Bailey Nursery
Preston Lilac

'Donald Wyman' is considered one of the best of the Preston hybrids, a type of Lilac originating from breeding at The Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa. Panicles of purple buds open to single,deep pink flowers. It blooms early to mid-June on large pyramidal spikes. The blooms are about two weeks later than the common lilac. It is an excellent specimen or hedge plant.

  • Height: 1.8-3 m (6-10 ft)
  • Spread: 1.8-3 m (6-10 ft)
  • Hardiness: Zone 2-6
  • Sun or Shade: minimum four hours of direct sun
  • Bloom Time: late spring to early summer
  • Leaf Colour: green
  • Bloom Colour: deep pink
  • Nature Attraction: butterflies

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Lilacs are generally very easy care shrubs. Plant them in full sun in moist, well drained soil. Lilacs do not like wet sites especially in the winter. Pruning should be done after spring bloom. Pruning will keep the shrub dense and well shaped and increase the amount of flowers. 

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