University of Wisconsin-Madison | Botany Plant Growth Facilities

Botanical Garden

Home	Introduction	History	Plants Data	Classification	Garden Arts	Garden Photos	Credits	Become a Friend

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Genus: Syringa Species: vulgaris 'Sensation' Common Name: Sensation Lilac Family: Oleaceae Order: Lamiales Native: parents from Southeast Europe Habit: Shrub Height: 10 to 15 feet Width: 5 to 10 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Purple, with white edge Propagation: Sucker, layering, grafting or stem and root cutting Zone: 3-7 Note: Sensation Lilac is suitable for shrub borders, mass planting, as a specimen, or in hedges. Monitor plant for leaf miners, scale and powdery mildew. Prefers sunny, moist to moderately dry, well-drained, rich ordinary garden soil.