The Japanese lilac (Syringa reticulata) is a tree-form lilac known for its decorative white flower clusters, which bloom in early summer on its upright, rounded shape. As a mid-size, deciduous member ...

Syringa reticulata is native to Japan and is commonly called Japanese tree lilac. Although a lilac, this member of the species is quite different in appearance than those with which gardeners are more ...

A small tree with pretty white flowers borne in profusion is the Japanese Tree Lilac, Syringa reticulata. It's hardy in zones 3 to 7, and at maturity it will be 20-30 feet tall and 15-25 feet wide. It ...

Starting flowers in November helps establish strong growth before spring. Plants like Japanese lilac benefit from early ...

Quick, name a summer-blooming tree. Stumped? There aren’t many. Try Japanese tree lilac (Syringa reticulata) and Peking tree lilac (S. pekinensis). They may come late to the party, but they’re no ...

If you are looking for a showy tree that will turn heads, try the Japanese lilac or the Linden tree. The Japanese lilac is wonderful for landscapes. It has showy blooms, dark emerald leaves and shiny ...

Amur lilac is much smaller than the other tree lilacs, only reaching 6 to 8 feet high by 4 to 6 feet wide at maturity. It also prefers to grow in a multi-stemmed clump rather than from a single trunk, ...

I have a Japanese lilac “tree.” How can I get it to have more blooms on it? This year there were hardly any. The trunk of the tree is about three inches around and about 4½-feet tall with the round ...

Have you ever been caught behind a slow-moving car that’s obviously sightseeing? It might be me. A favorite summer pastime is driving around town looking at trees, flowers and landscapes, and if the ...

Q: A modest-sized tree has burst into bloom this past week. Every year it has the same splendor. What is this tree with rich green leaves and overflowing with white blossoms? — Sam B. It’s Japanese ...

A There are several small trees that will work well in a garden. While some of these trees do produce dry seed pods or capsules, they don't bear fleshy fruits. Your choice should be based on how much ...