- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 15 Feet
- Mature Spread 12 - 15 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
With the direct translation of Krasavitsa Moskvy meaning Beauty of Moscow, it is no surprise when you see the large, white but pink-kissed flowers of this outstanding shrub. Beauty of Moscow Lilac is a gorgeous and wide-reaching shrub reaching 15 feet in height and 15 feet in width. This shrub balances its light pink, creamy colored flowers with its dark green dense foliage, and emits a wonderful fragrance.
This large shrub reigns gorgeously in most gardens and grows best in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8. Beauty of Moscow Lilac shrubs do the best in full sun but can tolerate light shade. Beauty of Moscow Lilac also attracts butterflies and hummingbirds while also being deer resistant. This tall shrub is perfect for placement as a border or hedge because of its beautiful flowering and dense foliage.
Beauty of Moscow Plant Care
Beauty of Moscow Lilac is a fairly low maintenance shrub. The plant prefers full sun and fertile soil. The soil recommended for Beauty of Moscow Lilac should be hummus-like and well-draining with a pH ranging from alkaline to neutral. When planted in full sun, mulching is also recommended to prevent dry spells severely affecting the soil moisture. Water your Beauty of Moscow Lilac once a week and more often if facing severe summer weather.
We recommend pruning immediately after flowering to increase bloom quantity the following year. It also recommended pruning away any dead or unhealthy stems. You can do this by pruning directly at soil level.
Beauty of Moscow Spacing
The Beauty of Moscow Lilac is a large shrub, so plant with about 15 feet of space in diameter from the center of the plant to ensure Beauty of Moscow Lilac has room to mature.
Beauty of Moscow Lilac Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 12 - 15 Feet |
Mature Spread: 8 - 12 Feet |
Spacing: 8 - 12 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: April and May |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Dark Green |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
Watering: Low, Average |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant |
Brand: |
Common Name: Beauty of Moscow Lilac |
Other Name(s): |
Scientific Name: SYRINGA VULGARIS `KRASAVITSA MOSKOY` |
- SKU:
- 1231001537-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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