Bring classic lilac fragrance to your yard with Syringa × 'Betsy Ross', a rounded, deciduous lilac valued for clean white flower clusters and dependable performance. In spring, you will enjoy sweetly scented blooms that are excellent for cutting and for creating a traditional lilac look without needing an oversized plant.

Give it a sunny spot for the best flowering. Full sun encourages heavier bloom and sturdier growth, while light shade can reduce flower production. Plant in average, well-drained soil, and water regularly during the first season to establish a strong root system. After it is established, keep moisture consistent during dry spells, especially as buds are forming for next year's flowers.

Mature size is typically about 96-120 inches tall with a broad, landscape-ready silhouette. Use it as a specimen, in a mixed shrub border, or as part of a flowering screen where its spring display and fragrance can be enjoyed near patios and paths.

Prune right after flowering if shaping is needed. Remove spent flower clusters and thin a few older stems at the base over time to keep the shrub vigorous. Avoid late-season hard pruning, which can remove developing flower buds for the next spring.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-8 (-30 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
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 96-120"
• Spread: 120-156"
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes

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