Syringa vulgaris 'New Age™ White' is a compact common lilac selection grown for its sweetly fragrant, clean white flower clusters in spring. You can use it as a foundation shrub, a small hedge, or a seasonal focal point near a walkway or window where the scent is easy to enjoy.

Plant it in full sun for the heaviest bloom, though it will also grow in part shade. Give it well-drained soil and avoid soggy sites; good air circulation helps keep foliage looking its best. Once established, water during extended dry spells, especially through the first growing season while roots are settling in.

At maturity it stays around 60" tall and typically spreads about 48-60", making it easier to place than many older common lilac types. It is best suited to colder-winter climates (hardy roughly in zones 3-6) where adequate winter chill supports reliable flowering.

For pruning, remove spent flower clusters right after bloom and thin older stems as needed to keep the center open. Because lilacs bloom on old wood, avoid heavy late-season pruning if you want maximum flowers the following spring.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-6 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 36-60"
• Spread: 48-60"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Rabbits
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes

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