Also known as Deep Flowered German Lilac
Hungarian Lilac (Syringa josikaea) is a dense, upright shrub with fragrant, purplish-pink flowers in late spring. It offers a robust alternative to common lilacs.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and dry periods.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cold Hardy
25% intensity
Well-suited for temperate climates; tolerates significant cold.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer or compost.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Hungarian Lilacs regularly during their establishment phase and during dry spells. Aim for consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Deep watering encourages a strong root system.
Reduce watering frequency once the plant is mature, especially in cooler climates.
Prune Hungarian Lilacs immediately after flowering to shape the shrub and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This also encourages more blooms for the following year.
Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall, as it can remove developing flower buds.
Hungarian Lilacs can be propagated by softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
They can also be propagated by layering or from suckers that arise from the base of established plants.
Repotting is typically not necessary for established Hungarian Lilacs as they are large shrubs. If growing from a young plant in a container, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining soil to accommodate root growth and prevent root-bound conditions.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hungarian Lilac (Syringa josikaea)
Where Hungarian Lilac (Syringa josikaea) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Genus | Syringa |
| Species | Syringa josikaea |
Similar in genus Syringa
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