Lilac - Beauty of Moscow

$17.95

Beauty of Moscow Lilac, Syringa vulgaris 'Krasavitsa Moskvy', is one of the finest lilacs with fragrant, double, delicate pale pink flowers. Blossoms are produced abundantly in early to mid-May on a vigorous upright plant. It is excellent as a cut flower and provides years of satisfaction. This lilac is easily grown in average, medium moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Beauty of Moscow tolerates light shade, but best bloom is in full sun. It prefers organically rich, moist, slightly acidic soils with good drainage. Best grown in cool summer climates, and not recommended for planting in the deep South. Promptly remove root suckers to keep a tidy appearance. It matures over time to 10 to 12 feet tall and 8 feet wide. This lilac is an excellent accent plant, and can be used as a shrub border or screen. ... additional information

Indigo Bush-False Indigo The False Indigo Bush, Amorpha fruticosa, is a somewhat leggy shrub, whose height can range from 6 to 20 feet tall,and 5 to 15 feet wide. Fragrant foliage has the compound pinnate leaves typical of the Pea family, often most bushy on the upper third of the shrub. Fruit is a warty, kidney shaped pod, persisting into winter. This deciduous shrub does well in full sun and poor, sandy soil. Needs pruning in late winter or early spring to keep shaped. Useful as a large shrub or small tree in areas where there is plenty of water available. Native from Connecticut to Minnesota, south to Louisiana and Florida. This bush attracts butterflies.