Beijing Gold amur lilac
Syringa reticulata 'Beijing Gold'
USDA zones4 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall13 to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Beijing Gold' amur lilac (Syringa reticulata 'Beijing Gold') is a tree for specimen planting, borders, and privacy screens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. The fragrant blooms attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. It sits low on the menu for deer. The plant also tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Rowan, Ruby Spice sweet pepperbush, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.