Ivory Silk Lilac Tree Facts: Here's What You Need To Know
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Ivory silk lilac or Japanese tree lilac is an ornamental plant found in Europe and United States.
The trees are short and their non-aggressive root system makes them perfect patio plants. In early spring, the plant's flowers bloom transforming the tree.
A plant with stunning blooms, the ivory silk lilac trees belong to the Oleaceae or olive family. These plants are known for their creamy white blooms that contrast with their dark green leaves and reddish bark.
This look makes the tree a perfect addition to your yard. The plant needs full sun for its flower buds to flourish and bloom. A tip to grow this plant is to put some compost in the space where the Japanese lilac seed has been put.
This aids in loosening the soil, promoting moisture flow. Landscapers tend to prune the plant to maintain shrub forms.
Explore interesting facts about this species of lilac trees.
Classification Of Ivory Silk Lilac Trees
The Ivory silk lilac tree is a plant known for its magnificent blooms. Not too tall in height, this tree belongs to the Syringa genus and Oleaceae family.
The Ivory silk tree is also known as the Japanese lilac and is a quite popular ornamental plant. The scientific name of the Japanese tree lilac is 'Syringa reticulata'.
The ivory silk belongs to the Syringa genus is a group of woody, flowering plants part of the Oleaceae family. This family is also known as the olive family, which is known to have plants, shrubs, and trees with lots of flowers and odor. Oleaceae is part of the 24 families within the Lamiales order.
Physical Features Of Ivory Silk Lilac Trees
The Japanese tree lilac is known for its creamy white flowers having a sweet yet tangy scent. It is not a very tall tree, in fact, people tend to prune it and keep it pruned.
The Japanese tree lilac is a small tree growing only to a maximum height of 30 ft (9.14 m) tall. It does not have aggressive roots and hence, can be safely planted near the patio.
The flowers of this plant bloom for two weeks in early summer. The blooms are cream-colored and the tree has a natural dense crown-like form. The bark of the plant is reddish-brown in color, which contrasts with the dark green leaves.
Growth And Habitat Of Ivory Silk Lilac Trees
The Japanese tree lilac is a low-maintenance tree that thrives in cool conditions. According to USDA, the Japanese lilac can grow in three, six, and seven hardiness zone.
This species of lilac needs the full sun to properly thrive. In case, the plant is grown in partial sun or low sun conditions, then its crowning glory, flowers will not properly bloom.
Apart from a well-lit environment, the plants need well-drained soil to grow. The plant needs proper moisture in the soil as well, however, there should not be any blockages in drainage. The ph level of the soil should be neutral to alkaline.
Taking Care Of Ivory Silk Lilac Trees
As mentioned earlier, the ivory silk tree requires not too much maintenance. However, there are some tips that you can follow to ensure the species' good health.
To avoid the plant from getting powdery mildew, the ivory silk tree needs to be planted under full sun. In poor sun conditions, powdery mildew will develop on the stems and leaves.
Regular fertilization and watering can help prevent Lilac borer larvae from tunneling into the branches, causing wilting of the stems. In case of infestation, make sure to remove the infected parts.
The soil needs to be well-drained and pruning is needed to ensure the strength of the large shrub. The pruning needs to be done during early spring till March before the sap starts coming out.
FAQs
Q: How fast does ivory silk lilac tree grow?
A: The ivory silk tree grows 12-18 in (30-45.7 cm) annually.
Q: How long do ivory silk lilac trees bloom?
A: The flowers of the Japanese tree lilacs bloom between spring and early summer.
Q: Does the ivory silk lilac tree smell?
A: The ivory silk lilac tree's flowers are very fragrant.
Q: Why is my Japanese lilac not blooming?
A: Japanese tree lilacs need proper growth conditions. Not enough sunlight, improper drainage or pruning, lack of fertilizers, or unpredictable weather conditions can prevent your Japanese tree lilac from not blooming.
Q: Where to buy ivory silk lilac tree?
A: Ivory silk tree seeds can be bought via popular online shopping sites. The plant seeds or cutting may also be available for purchase at local nurseries.
Q: How to grow a Japanese lilac tree from seeds?
A: There are three methods to grow a Japanese tree lilac through seeds. The first method is scarification.
Here you need to soak the seeds in water for at least 24 hours. The second method is stratification where you either warm or cold stratify the seeds for 60 days. The third method is germination where you sow the seeds at around 1/16th in deep, then tamp the soil and add mulch to the area.
Q: Do lilac trees lose their leaves in winter?
A: Yes, the trees lose their foliage during winter.
Q: How long do lilac trees live?
A: The average lifespan of lilac trees can be around 50 years.
Q: Are lilac trees messy?
A: Being a deciduous tree, lilacs tend to shed their leaves during winter. So, in this season, the area can get messy.
Q: How big do ivory silk lilacs get?
A: Ivory silk lilacs can be around 20-30 ft (6.09-9.14 m) tall.
Q: What is the most fragrant lilac tree?
A: Syringa pubescens with its non-traditional sweet yet spicy scent is considered the most fragrant lilac tree.
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