Syringa vulgaris 'Congo' L/R or B/R Purple

Syringa *vulgaris 'Congo'
DESCRIPTION:
Single, sweetly scented, red-purple upright flower spikes in mid spring. This heirloom lilac, a profuse bloomer, is an excellent choice for a shrub border or as a single specimen.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:
3 metres x 3 metres

SHAPE:
Upright shrub.

FOLIAGE:
Green heart shaped leaves.

FLOWERS:
Single dark purple, fragrant upright flower spikes.

COMMENTS:
Plant in full sun, in well drained soil. Prune after flowering. Annual mulching and fertilizer in autumn recommended, with summer watering required.

TREE CARE:
Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union approximately 5 to 10cm BELOW the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune to shape if necessary.