Syringa 'Josee'
Introducing the Syringa 'Josee', a reblooming dwarf lilac that offers enchanting fragrance and extended color from late spring through fall. This exceptional variety is highly resistant to mildew and perfect for container planting, small gardens, or as a charming hedge. It thrives in full sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil, making it an easy-care option for gardeners seeking reliable performance and a delightful scent. Enjoy its pinkish-lavender blossoms and heavenly fragrance throughout the growing season.
$13.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2850
/ 3331
#2850 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-65%
Below average
Mature Height
5
/ feet
Who it's for
- Exceptional Reblooming Habit
- Ideal for Small Spaces
- Classic Fragrance and Durability
Who should skip it
- Milder Fragrance Intensity
- Requires Deadheading for Optimal Performance
- Slower Growth and Sparser Secondary Blooms
Key Specs
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Width
5 feet
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Soil Type Preference
Loamy, Well-Drained
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Semi-Evergreen
Features
- Reblooming dwarf lilac for extended color
- Fragrant pinkish-lavender blossoms
- Highly resistant to mildew
- Ideal for container planting
- Blooms throughout summer and fall
- Easy care and fast growing
- Attracts with heavenly fragrance
- Blooms in its first year
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Syringa 'Josee' for its unique reblooming capability and compact size, perfect for containers and small spaces. The intense, classic lilac fragrance is a consistent highlight, extending the traditional bloom time well into summer. While the shrub is celebrated for its hardiness, initial feedback often notes that specimens arrive smaller than anticipated for the price. Successful long term reviews confirm that patience is key; the plant needs one to two seasons to establish before consistent summer blooms appear. Despite the initial wait, the consensus is that 'Josee' offers exceptional long term value for gardeners seeking extended lilac enjoyment.
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