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Maiden's Blush Lilac

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$75.99
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  • Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 12 - 15 Feet
  • Mature Spread 12 - 15 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 8

Sometimes a purple Lilac is not the right plant. Maiden’s Blush is a great color alternative that has all of the same qualities of old fashioned Lilac. The color is a delicate, but stunningly different pale pink that is born on large flower spikes above dense green foliage about one week earlier than other Lilac varieties. The scent will attract beneficial pollinators and hummingbirds galore. The flowers last for days in a vase.

The exceptional cold hardiness of Maiden's Blush is a real asset. It will racefully shrug off snow and ice to reveal gorgeous blooms early in May. Gardeners in the hotter zones may notice a slowing of blooming in some springs. This is usually due to a winter that was too warm for the Lilac. They do need a certain number of hours below 45 degrees in order to set flower buds well. Also the timing of pruning can upset the next year’s blooming. The rule of thumb for Lilacs is to prune only after blooming has ended. 

Maiden's Blush Lilac Care 

Lilacs can be grown in full sun to partially shaded spots. The pH they prefer is on the alkaline side, from 6.5-8.9. Well-drained, moist soil is key to getting Lilac to establish successfully. Watering with a soaker hose or drip irrigation keeps the leaves from getting damp. Lilacs are very susceptible to fungal diseases and molds which can be spread by overhead watering. Mulching with organic compost or leaves in the fall will help bulk the soil up and make it more moisture-retentive which will result in less extra irrigation over time.

Fertilizing Lilacs is important. These are some hungry shrubs and really appreciate a well balanced, slow release fertilizer early in the spring as the first leaves emerge. Light pruning of any dead, diseased, dying or diagonal branches can also be done early in the spring. All flowers bud on old growth, so save any hard or regenerative pruning for the early summer after blooming has ended.

Maiden's Blush Lilac Spacing

Lilacs make fabulous, fragrant hedges. Maiden's Blush would as well. The unusual pink color would really be a conversation starter with neighbors. The mature height will be 12-15 feet and the width will be 8-10 feet. A very large shrub, even by Lilac standards. Make sure to get the spacing correct early on, Lilacs do not usually like to be moved. Spacing shrubs 9 feet on center will ensure enough air circulation to keep the Lilacs happy and disease free.

Maiden's Blush Lilac Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 12 - 15 Feet
Mature Spread: 8 - 10 Feet
Spacing: 8 - 10 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Pink
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Fall Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Disease
Tolerates: Heat, Drought
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Maidens Blush Lilac
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: SYRINGA `MAIDEN`S BLUSH`
SKU:
1231006555-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.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

4 Reviews - Maiden's Blush Lilac Show Reviews

  • 5
    Healthy

    Posted by Janet Hennessey on Aug 13, 2023

    My lilac arrived quickly and was very healthy and packaged beautifully. Couldn’t be happier with it.

  • 5
    Big, healthy...

    Posted by Lynn on Jun 04, 2023

    I had been looking for two particular lilac varieties and found them only at Plant Addicts. I was shocked when they arrived because they were huge and healthy, by far the best plants I’ve purchased by mail order.

  • 5
    Arrived in great condition as...

    Posted by Cary Hulin on May 26, 2023

    Great experience and pleased with the plant

  • 5
    The perfume was pouring out of the box

    Posted by Samantha on Apr 27, 2023

    When I got this, the perfume was pouring out of the holes for holding the box and the condition of this plant was stunning. It is a beautiful, beautiful color. I love it so much I love the perfume I couldn’t have been happier.