Distinction
Of a refined beauty, sufficient to itself.
White and shades of purple, pink, red, blue, and yellow, or bicoloured
Oleaceae
Many, including 'Miss Kim', 'Bloomerang', varieties with different flower colors like white, purple, and pink
Carolus Linnaeus
Small, individual flowers are part of larger panicles that can be several inches long.
Soft, delicate.
Four
Radially symmetrical (actinomorphic).
Strong and sweet, especially notable in the evenings and at night.
Smooth to slightly rough.
Opposite
Green, some varieties may turn burgundy in fall.
Mostly shrubs, with some species growing as small trees
Perennial
Spring, typically in May, but this can vary with climate.
Temperate
Moderate; established plants are quite drought-tolerant.
Well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly alkaline.
Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7 or 8, depending on the species and cultivar.
Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade.
Susceptible to powdery mildew, lilac borer, and bacterial blight.
Bees, butterflies, and other insects.
Native to woodland and scrub areas; widely cultivated in gardens and parks.
Provides nectar for pollinators; some species offer habitat and food for wildlife.
Widely grown for decorative purposes in gardens and landscapes.
Essential oil for perfumery and aromatherapy.
Not generally endangered; widely cultivated.
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