Common lilac
A species of Lilacs, Also known as Lilac Botanical name : Syringa vulgaris Genus : Lilacs
Common lilac, A species of Lilacs
Also known as:
Lilac
Botanical name: Syringa vulgaris
Genus: Lilacs
Description
Common lilac is a shrub native to the Balkan Peninsula that blooms with a fragrant blossom. It grows on rocky terrain and has a suckering habit. The blossoms are used to flavor honey, sugars, food, and other delights and farmed for its fragrant flowers in the spring. 
Flower Size
Flower 6 mm to 1 cm
Habitat
Scrub on rocky hill slopes, hedges, thickets, shrubberies
Flower Color
White
Red
Purple
Blue
Pink
Leaf Color
Green
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General Info
Name story
Common lilac
The word lilac can be traced back to the Turkish language "leylak", which probably originated from the name of this plant in the Balkans. Now, "lilac" can refer to an aroma or a pale violet color. While Syringa vulgaris flowers are purple and fragrant, it is also called common lilac.
Symbolism
Exorcism, Protection, renewal, the coming of spring
Usages
Garden Use
The common lilac is found in many gardens of colder climates, and is valued for its fragrance as well as its luscious pop of purple and use as a transition flower, blooming right before the slew of roses and other summertime flowers. The common lilac works wonderfully for hedges, screens, or even standalone pieces in small gardens. Peonies, tulips, and daffodils provide beautiful contrast when planted around it.
Care Guide for Common lilac
Water
_Common lilac likes well-drained soil and needs infrequent watering since it tends to get its necessary moisture through rainfall. Supplemental watering may be needed only during prolonged periods of drought. Mulching the area around your Common lilac can help retain moisture.
Fertilization
Fertilization once in spring.
Pruning
Trim the diseased, withered leaves once a month.
Planting Time
Winter, spring
Potting Suggestions
Needs excellent drainage in pots.
Scientific Classification
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