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- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 15 Feet
- Mature Spread 12 - 15 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
Lilacs are classic shrubs for gardens around the world, largely for their fragrance. Mount Baker Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora Mount Baker) offers that lovely lilac fragrance in a pure white flower. This lilac blooms early, typically in late spring. With its height (up to 15 feet at maturity) and spread of nearly 12 feet, use this gorgeous plant as an aromatic border screen. Or just feature it near the front of your home or your back deck or patio.
Mount Baker works well as a privacy screen or border because of its large and dense growth. The flower stems are about 6 inches long and are filled with small white single flowers. They contrast well with the deep green leaves. Small birds and some pollinating insects will visit the flowers. This lilac can bloom and shine in full or part sun in zones 4 through 8, another plus.
Mount Baker Lilac Care
Place your Mount Baker where it can get at least 4 hours of sun a day and up to full sun. Be sure to pick a spot with plenty of room up and across to let it grow to its full potential. It will grow best in soil that remains somewhat moist but that drains water well. They prefer soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline in pH.
Water the lilac well after planting and fairly regularly after that. Just be sure the soil is draining water so that it doesn’t puddle. After it is established, which can take a few years, fertilize annually with an all-purpose fertilizer for shrubs. Avoid applying nitrogen-heavy lawn fertilizers near the plant; they will cause more leaves to grow but fewer flowers. Deadhead flower clusters after they fade and prune as needed in late winter.
Mount Baker Lilac Spacing
This is a large shrub that needs air circulation and room to grow. Be sure to plant each about 10 feet from one another. Also consider its spread and height when planting in front of a home.
Mount Baker Lilac Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 12 - 15 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 8 - 12 Feet |
| Spacing: 8 - 12 Feet |
| Habit: Spreading, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Early May |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Mount Baker Lilac |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: SYRINGA X HYACINTH. `MOUNT BAKER` |
- SKU:
- 1231000688-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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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.