Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Pocahontas'

'Pocahontas' is a special Lilac that you will treasure for the profusion of fragrant flowers that appear earlier (by about two weeks) than those of one of its parents, the Common Lilac (Syringa vulgaris). Flower buds of 'Pocahontas' are on the maroon side of purple and open into single, violet blooms. For the rest of the season, plants display healthy green leaves that turn a bronzy red in fall before dropping.

Bred by Frank Skinner in Manitoba, Canada, 'Pocahontas' is a very hardy cross between Syringa obalata subspecies dilatata and S. vulgaris. First introduced in 1936, it continues to be used in the breeding program of the U.S. National Arboretum.

Lilacs are among the best-known classic spring-flowering shrubs. For reliable bloom and sweet fragrance, generally before Memorial Day, these sturdy shrubs are in a class by themselves. Most Lilacs prefer full sun and neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

For more information on the growing and care of Lilacs, click Growing Guide.

HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED

The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.

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