Lilac 'Josee'

Scott's Nursery Ltd.

$34.99
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Double your delight with 'Josee', a breakthrough hybrid lilac that refuses to bloom just once. This petite powerhouse erupts in late spring with a massive, frothy display of star-like lavender-pink flowers that can completely blanket the shrub. Just when you think the show is over, 'Josee' takes a bow and returns with fresh, fragrant clusters sporadically from mid-summer until the first frost. Its neat, rounded silhouette and small, crisp green leaves stay attractive all season long, making it a perfectly manicured addition to any sunny spot that needs a repeat performance of classic lilac beauty. 

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

4–6' H x 5–6' W

Zone:

2-9

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Josee Reblooming Lilac, Josee Dwarf Lilac, Josee Lavender Pink Lilac.

Scientific Name:

Syringa x ‘Josee’

Type:

Ornamental / Reblooming Flowering Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 4–6 feet tall and 5–6 feet wide.
  • Growth Habit: Compact, rounded, and mounded.
  • Form: Multi-stemmed dwarf shrub.
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.
  • Longevity: Approximately 30 years with proper care. 

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun to partial shade (more sun equals more flowers).
  • Soil Preferences: Fertile, humus-rich, neutral to alkaline soil.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to various soil types, including clay and chalk, provided there is good drainage.
  • Watering: Regular watering is important during the first year and during hot, dry summer spells to support reblooming.

Special Features:

Reliable rebloomer; intensely fragrant; deer and rabbit resistant; highly resistant to mildew; attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; excellent for cut flowers.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Massive bloom in late spring with sporadic reblooming summer through fall. Features highly fragrant, lavender-pink trumpet flowers.
  • Fall Colour: Foliage remains green or takes on subtle yellow tones; occasionally produces a final flush of flowers in the fall.
  • Bark: Smooth, grayish-brown stems.
  • Winter Interest: Neat, twiggy form maintains a tidy appearance during dormancy.

Garden Value:

A premier choice for small gardens, mixed borders, and foundation plantings. Its compact size also makes it an excellent candidate for large patio containers.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: A favorite for pollinators like butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.
  • Human Value: Provides months of fragrance in a compact footprint; perfect for small city gardens and low-maintenance landscaping.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or fall.
  • Spacing: 4–5 feet apart center-to-center.
  • Location Tips: Ensure excellent air circulation to keep foliage healthy; its compact nature makes it safe for planting near power lines or in urban yards. 

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily) for the best reblooming results.
  • Moisture Requirements: Prefers medium moisture; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained.
  • Maintenance: Low to moderate. Prune lightly immediately after the heavy spring bloom to encourage vigorous new growth for the summer rebloom.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Tolerances:

Cold, heat, urban pollution, salt, and alkaline soil.

Tips For Success:

Plant in a spot with great drainage. To maximize the rebloom, avoid heavy pruning in the fall or winter, as the first flush of flowers appears on the previous year's growth.

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