Asessippi Lilac
Asessippi Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Asessippi')
Asessippi Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Asessippi') is an early-blooming, cold-hardy hybrid lilac known for its fragrant lavender blooms and vigorous growth habit. Also known as Asessippi Early Lilac, it bridges the gap between early and common lilacs, offering reliable spring color even in northern climates.
Distinctive Features
This upright, multi-stemmed shrub reaches 8 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide, with heart-shaped blue-green leaves and arching branches that fill with conical trusses of soft lavender flowers in mid to late spring. The blooms are strongly fragrant and attract butterflies and pollinators. As a hyacinthiflora hybrid, it typically flowers 7 to 10 days earlier than common lilacs.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil
- Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
- Water Needs: Moderate; water deeply during dry periods
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 7
Ideal Uses
- Focal point in cottage or spring-themed gardens
- Informal hedge or seasonal privacy screen
- Pollinator gardens and butterfly habitats
- Background plant in mixed shrub borders
- Specimen planting near patios or entryways for fragrance
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune immediately after flowering to shape and encourage rebloom
- Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Water regularly during the first two years to establish deep roots
- Fertilize in early spring with a balanced shrub fertilizer
- Remove spent blooms to prevent seed formation and redirect energy
Why Choose Asessippi Lilac
- Early and fragrant blooms brighten the spring landscape
- Cold-hardy and dependable in northern climates
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
- Low-maintenance, long-lived, and easy to grow
- A beautiful and aromatic focal point for spring gardens
Asessippi Lilac adds early color, strong fragrance, and timeless charm to the garden, making it a classic focal point for cold-climate landscapes and fragrant borders.
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