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Common Yankee Doodle Lilac

Syringa vulgaris

Description:

Common deciduous shrub. Member of common lilac species (syringa vulgaris), which are native to the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe, where it grows on rocky hills (slope tolerant). Irregular shape, profuse, fragrant deep purple blooms. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syringa_vul...

Habitat:

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 8 Soil requirements: Prefers sandy loam to loam/normal to moist

Notes:

Deer tolerant

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iPlayBanjoNow
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iPlayBanjoNow

Hudson, New York, USA

Spotted on May 6, 2011
Submitted on May 7, 2011

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