It has a moderate growth rate, an upright growing habit, and a rounded shape. The flowers are very fragrant and last a couple weeks. This sheridan nursery selection has a sturdy, more compact, oval growth habit than japanese tree lilac. Pruning is best done in latewinter to early spring for most trees and latespring for spring blooming trees.
Learn how to plant and care for your own lilac bush, plus get lilac pruning tips and design ideas. Lilac tree pruning, winter care and fertilizing hawks. The ivory silk lilac flowers in mid to latejune in minnesota. The ivory silk lilac is considered an ornamental tree, staying smaller than larger shade trees. Although the problems with japanese tree lilacs are few and far between, youll want to know about treating problems in. Ivory silk lilac tree syringa reticulata ivory silk grows much taller and wider than other lilacs. The japanese tree lilac ivory silk syringa reticulata ivory silk is related to the fragrant, oldfashioned flowering shrubs of the same genus, but it stands apart on several counts.
The common lilac shrub has long been a staple in both. Prune regularly to promote health, provide air circulation, maintain a desirable shape, and to remove dead or damaged branches. Japanese tree lilac in bloom ivory silk flowers japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata ivory silk is a tree form of lilac from japan and china. The growth rate of a japanese lilac tree, syringa reticulata, is considered to be moderate by university extension services.
Learn more about monrovia plants and best practices for best possible plant performance. Sep 21, 2017 the japanese lilac ivory silk tree grows to an average height of 25 feet, with an average width, or spread, of 15 feet, according to the university of florida. This is a trouble free small tree that can grow to 25. Ivory silk japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata ivory silk zone.
Japanese tree lilac, syringa reticulata ivory silk scientific name. Plant ivory silk japanese lilac in a full sun location. Japanese tree lilac is often seen in plantings like the one pictured to the right fig. It can withstand freezing temperatures and is widely adaptable with soil and moisture. A small tree or large shrub that forms a rounded crown with rich green foliage on attractive reddishbrown bark. The tree accepts any welldrained soil, including sand or clay, and will grow in soil with a ph of acidic to slightly alkaline. Large panicles of creamy white flowers bloom in early summer. Inspect unhealthylooking plants for scale infestations. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. Ivory silk japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata ssp. This tree must be planted in a welldrained site without any high nitrogen fertilizer.
Japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata nebraska forest service. Department of agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 7, ivory silk lilac grows into a strong, elegant tree with a distinctive scent. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition. Chantilly lace a form with variegated foliage, the leaves of this plant feature a pale creamy yellow perimeter. The leaves of this deciduous tree are dark green and ovate. The more effort you put into planting this cultivar and ivory silk tree care, the less japanese tree lilac problems you will experience.
Of course, it has that wonderful lilac fragrance and on a tree of this size, the smell will fill your landscape. Ivory silk tree lilac is a dense multistemmed deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its need for full sunlight can limit the locations an individual can be planted, so open spots like this can be beneficial to the tree s health. Lilac japanese tree, including reticulata and pekingensis. Ivory silk japanese tree lilac won the cary award in 2000 for outstanding plant for new england gardens. Syringa reticulataivory silk ivory silk japanese tree lilac page 4 and web leaves together and skeletonize the foliage. This small flowering tree, which grows no taller than 25 feet, was selected by sheridan nursery of ontario, canada in 1975 as a compact cultivar of japanese tree lilac. Fellows riverside gardens, youngstown, oh june 2009 syringa reticulata tree lilac ivory silk flowering in fellows riverside gardens, youngstown, oh june 2009. Cultivars of the japanese lilac include ivory silk and summer snow. Jun 06, 2008 syringa reticulata tree lilac ivory silk closer view of the flowers and leaves.
Syringa reticulata ivory silk ivory silk japanese tree lilac. Syringa reticulata ivory silk more compact, oval growth habit than jap. Reticulata species are less fragrant than other lilac cultivars. Jun 28, 2019 stunning enough to be a specimen or accent tree but can also make a fabulous background for perennials or flowering shrubs. Pruning can also be done in summer, after the leaves are full size.
May 09, 2016 it refers to lilacs in general so some of the information does not apply to a japanese tree lilac. There are also a few other related ones to consider. Useful as a small specimen tree or as a large multistemmed shrub. Syringa is from the greek syrinx, which means pipe and refers to the hollow stems. Syringa reticulata ivory silk copf from nvk nurseries. The japanese lilac is a deciduous, tree form lilac. The ivory silk japanese tree lilac is sturdy and showcases a compact habit.
Common problems generally include pests and diseases like borers and fungal infections that the tree may. Ivory silk tree lilac will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 14 feet. This is not the flowering shrub, but a small tree that bears huge, footlong flower panicles in. A uniform selection of japanese tree lilac introduced by sheridan nursery of ontario. It is a good addition to your landscape if you are looking for a flowering tree that will flower after most flowering crabtrees.
This small ornamental tree has beautiful characteristics. Ivory silk tree lilac syringa reticulata ivory silk in. Japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata general description a very large shrub or small tree with stiff, spreading branches developing a somewhat ovalrounded to vaseshaped crown. Lilacs come in many sizes and shapes, making them excel.
The multistemmed form can be a fine focal point in larger areas. Ivory silk is a tree form of lilac from japan and china. Large, creamy white flower clusters bloom in early summer among the rich green foliage. Syringa reticulata japanese tree lilac oleaceae plantfacts. Box 189 boring or 97009 5036634128 fax 5036632121 toll. Box 189 boring or 97009 5036634128 fax 5036632121 tollfree 18008258202 created date. It still has fragrant blooms, but in a supersize version. Ivory silk grows well only in usda hardiness zones 3 through six perhaps into 7 and has an oval or pyramidal form when young but spreads to a rounded shape as it grows older. Ivory silk is similar to the species except the crown form is more narrow. These trees should be pruned in early spring, before the sap starts to flow march. This tree has an ovalshaped canopy when young that gradually widens into a nicely rounded shape. Creamy white panicles large plumes of small white flowers smother its branches in early summer.
Generally, the problems with japanese tree lilacs are few and far between, but you. Ivory silk tree lilac a remarkable summer blooming tree. Syringa reticulata japanese tree lilac environmental horticulture. Ivory silk tree lilac growing and maintenance tips ivory silk blooms later than most other lilac cultivars extending the lilac s flowering season. Lilacs are easy to grow shrubs with colorful, fragrant flowers that bloom in spring. The japanese tree lilac, with its mature height at around 20 feet, can be planted in tighter landscape areas around the house and close to. Syringa reticulata is a tree form lilac with showy, early june. Ivory silk japanese tree lilac monrovia ivory silk. Japanese tree lilac bernheim arboretum and research forest. Although japanese tree lilacs grow well in minnesota and often produce billows of fragrant flowers, some years even mature specimens fail to bloom.
This beautiful ornamental tree stays relatively small. Discover the best lilac plants for growing in your garden, including miss kim lilac, bloomerang lilac and sensation lilac. Monrovias ivory silk japanese tree lilac details and information. Summer snow had equal performance in the municipal tree restoration program gerhold and was slightly shorter, for better application beneath utility lines. The ivory silk cultivar is loved by many gardeners for its impressive size and glorious flower clusters. Syringa reticulata japanese tree lilac landscape ontario. Also called japanese tree lilac, the ivory silk cultivar is a large, rounded shrub with very large clusters of offwhite flowers. Avoid planting lilacs along walls or among large trees or trees that will grow tall. Department of agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 through 6, with some success in zone 7. Creamy white, fragrant, single flowers are arranged in dense, terminal clusters panicles to 12 long. One of my hardy discoveries that has remained a favorite is the ornamental tree, ivory silk tree lilac syringa reticulata ivory silk. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 5 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines.
If you love lilacs, but need to make a bigger impact, try the ivory silk lilac tree. A most attractive, small flowering tree with a compact, oval growth habit. Late spring to early summer it will show off with large plumes of fragrant, creamywhite flowers. Syringa reticulata ivory silk usually flowers lightly at 5 tall and. Light infestation can be controlled by hand picking. A very large shrub or small tree with stiff, spreading branches. Blooms later than most other species of lilac late may to early june in st. Garden guides common problems with a japanese lilac tree. Syringa pekinensis is now considered a subspecies of s.
It is known in the nursery trade as ivory silk tree lilac which is easier to remember. Ivory silk lilac tree farm nursery sale mn arbor hill. Often times the japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata. A most attractive small flowering tree with cherrylike bark, it bears large creamy white flower clusters in early july. In tree form it may grow to as much as 30 tall and 20 wide with an ovalrounded crown. The plumes will give way to clusters of brown capsules that continue into winter. Ivory pillar japanese tree lilac syringa reticulata ssp. Syringa reticulata ivory silk beautiful creamywhite blooms with a captivating fragrance spring through summer. An upright compact oval tree with cherry like bark. Outer surface is covered with large creamy white flower heads in early june. However, the time needed for lilacs to bloom after planting is relevant.
Ivory silk japanese tree lilac is a small tree or a large shrub. Jul 17, 2017 the japanese tree lilac ivory silk syringa reticulata ivory silk is related to the fragrant, oldfashioned flowering shrubs of the same genus, but it stands apart on several counts. Growing lilacs in montana msu extension carbon county. Ivory silk tree lilacs do not resemble any other lilacs you might have in your garden. A more narrow, upright form 25 feet high by 15 feet wide. Sep 21, 2017 japanese lilac trees syringa reticulata are lowmaintenance trees that emit a pleasing fragrance and are wellsuited for a variety of conditions including urban areas, residential neighborhoods and drought. The largest tree in north dakota is 45 feet tall with a canopy spread of 39 feet. Ivory silk is a small tree or large shrub which typically grows 2025 tall with a rounded crown. The white flower plumes are around 10 to 12 inches long in june.
This is a very large shrub or small tree, reaching a height of about 20 to 30 feet with a 15footspread. Japanese tree lilac is named for japan and the treelike form. It is a midsize tree belonging to the olive family that is grown for the panicles of white flowers it bears for about two weeks in early summer. The ivory silk lilac has an upright oval shape and can be in the full sun. Ivory silk japanese tree lilac environmental horticulture. Ivory silk lilac syringa reticulata ivory silk bylands.
The japanese tree lilac can be planted from a container or as a balled and burlapped specimen and is adaptable to high soil ph and prefers full sun. Ivory silk tree lilac is a select variety of japanese tree lilac, syringa reticulata. Pruning the optimum time to prune your japanese tree lilac is immediately. Scales are most often found infesting the lower stems and often blend in with the bark. Syringa reticulata ivory silk usually flowers lightly at 5 tall and profusely at 10 tall, with about the same mature height and width as the straight species, may be grafted onto species rootstock and usually pruned to a single leader, for a stately street tree or specimen growth habit. Ivory silk should top out at 20 or 30 feet in height while it keeps its naturally rounded shape.
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