Professional Growing Information Although the garden center I bought this from assured me it would do well in Zone 8, it has not. It does bloom in the spring but is rather sparse with both blooms and leaves even though it gets plenty of light and is in good soil with good drainage. It has never bloomed a second time in late summer or fall. Rather disappointing for a "Proven Winner".
Bloomerang® Purple Reblooming Lilac Syringa x
Exposure
- Sun
The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Flower Season
- Fall
Mature Size
Height
48 - 60"
Spread
48 - 60"
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Don't settle for lilacs that bloom just once a year - get Bloomerang® lilac and enjoy months of blooms instead of just weeks.
Bloomerang Purple lilac is the original reblooming lilac. It blooms in spring along with other lilacs, takes a brief rest to put on new growth, then blooms again from mid-summer through fall. A bit smaller than other lilacs, Bloomerang also has a nice, rounded shape that looks great anywhere you plant it in the landscape. Star-like flowers are a beautiful shade of classic lilac purple and are sweetly scented.
Bloomerang lilacs are also noted for their exceptional disease resistance - no worries about ugly white or brown foliage to spoil the floral show. And like other lilacs, it is sun-loving and deer resistant, so it makes an easy care choice for years of beauty.
Top reasons to grow Bloomerang lilac:
- It's reblooming! It doesn't only bloom once in spring - it also blooms summer through fall.
- Disease resistant. Doesn't get ugly from fungus and bacteria like older lilacs can.
- Neat, rounded shape looks good in the landscape or garden.
Fragrant FlowerContinuous Bloom or RebloomerFall InterestAttracts:ButterfliesResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:48 - 60 InchesSpacing:60 - 72 InchesSpread:48 - 60 InchesFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:LavenderFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunMaintenance Category:ModerateBlooms On:New WoodBlooms On:Old WoodBloom Time:Early SummerBloom Time:Mid SummerBloom Time:Late SummerBloom Time:Early FallBloom Time:Mid FallBloom Time:Mid SpringBloom Time:Late SpringHardiness Zones:3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7bWater Category:AverageNeeds Good DrainageUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingUses Notes:A classic addition to foundation plantings and mixed borders. Bloomerang lilac is also a popular choice for planting in decorative containers - learn more here.
Maintenance Notes:Plant only in full sun and well-drained soil; lilacs cannot tolerate soggy, wet conditions.
The rebloom of Bloomerang lilac occurs on the new growth the plant creates after its spring bloom. For the best rebloom, it's vital that the plant grows vigorously during late spring and early summer. Do this by keeping it well-watered and mulched and in plenty of sun (six hours a day at least). If you wish to fertilize it, you may do so in early spring, once the ground has thawed, and again in late spring, after it blooms.
If you want to prune Bloomerang lilac, do so immediately after its spring bloom. Never cut it back in fall, winter, or early spring - doing so will remove the spring flower buds. It is not necessary to prune Bloomerang lilac in order for it to rebloom. However, giving it a light trim after blooming does remove the developing seed heads (they look like green bananas, and some people don't care for the way they look on the plant), providing a neater look, and encourages more new growth for reblooming. Trimming after blooming will delay the rebloom by a few weeks compared to an untrimmed Bloomerang lilac.
Like nearly all lilacs, Bloomerang lilac actually requires a period of cold weather in order to bloom well. This is why lilacs are not typically suited to warmer climates. However, they are very, very cold tolerant and thrive in climates as cold as USDA zone 3.
Fun Facts:The botanical name of lilac, Syringa (suh-RIN-gah), is from the Greek word syrinx, which means tube. This is because the stems of lilac contain a spongy pith which can be remove, leaving a hollow tube that has traditionally been used to create pan-pipes.
Bloomerang® Purple Syringa x 'Penda' USPP 20,575, Can 4,071 -
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Martha Shinley, Arkansas, United States, 2 weeks ago
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I planted one 5 yrs ago. It has struggled. More than 1/2 is covered with sickly leaves. Some branches look fine. Hasn’t blOomed well. I bought another one last year and it seems to be dying in one spot, like the older bush next to it. I have watered and fed both of them.
Pam, Illinois, United States, 5 weeks ago -
I’m in Peterborough, Canada, zone 4BUS/5b CAD. We bought and planted this at the beginning of last summer. It did some slow growth, flowers were there but closed, as to be expected as a first year perennial. It’s now June of the second year, and both of my Bloomerangs are in FULL bloom. The plant is bushy, healthy green leaves, already a few inches of growth and it’s absolutely covered in beautiful open flowers. They are very fragrant, which is a surprise based on other reviews. I was impressed that there was very little damage over a long cold winter, and we offered them no special protection (even during the polar vortex that hit in May this year). My mom just bought one of these based on my recommendation. These are vigorous plants and are absolutely performing above my expectations for only the 2nd year.
Tamara, Ontario, Canada, 8 weeks ago -
I planted this shrub a number of years ago as I love lilacs, but my garden has been neglected since. Just found it yesterday, with flower buds ready to open! I have cleared away competing weeds and vines, as I am thrilled that it seems to be flourishing. Now it will receive the proper care it deserves. This plant is a tough survivor, and is well worth planting!
Janet Heise, Ontario, Canada, 9 weeks ago -
I planted one 5-6 years ago because I wanted something fast growing as lilacs are supposed to be and the twice blooming. It is still only about 2 feet tall and wide, and only produces scrawny flowers. I fertilize and water and it is in full fun. All my neighbors have regular lilacs that are huge and low maintenance and beautiful. Sadly I am doing to have to dig this one up. If it is not working after all these years, it is not gonna work for me in Denver.
Charlotte Niteman, 11 weeks ago -
Love these growing around my deck. Hummingbirds love them, too!
JULIANNE VERHAGEN, Pennsylvania, United States, 16 weeks ago -
Love these growing around my deck. Hummingbirds love them, too!
JULIANNE VERHAGEN, Pennsylvania, United States, 16 weeks ago -
Love these growing around my deck. Hummingbirds love them, too!
JULIANNE VERHAGEN, Pennsylvania, United States, 16 weeks ago -
Elaine Warren, Virginia, United States, 24 weeks ago
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I bought two of these because it said they are reblooming and have the lilac scent and thought it would be nice on my patio. But, the only “rebloom” I got was one scrawny flower on each plant and now it losing its leaves and looks like it dying. Very disappointed as they were not inexpensive to buy.
Juanita, California, United States, 38 weeks ago
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