Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac
Syringa x hybrida 'Bloomerang Dark Purple'
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Shrub
Height
60 inches
Width
60 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7
Water
Medium
Humidity
Average
Lifespan
Medium, 20-30 years
Native To
Hybrid
Toxicity
Non-toxic
The Story
Plant Bio
This is a compact, mounded, deciduous shrub from the Bloomerang series of reblooming lilacs. It produces a heavy flush of fragrant, dark purple flowers in late spring, then continues to produce smaller waves of blooms from mid-summer until frost. Its key feature is its reliable reblooming habit, extending the lilac season for months. 'Bloomerang Dark Purple' is distinguished by having larger, more rounded flower clusters and a deeper, richer purple color than the original Bloomerang lilac.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Select a site that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
- Ensure the soil is well-drained; lilacs dislike wet feet.
- Dig a hole twice the width of the container.
- Place the plant in the hole so the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
- Backfill with soil, firm it gently, and water thoroughly.
- Water regularly during the first growing season to establish.
Pro Tip
For the best rebloom, give it a light trim right after the heavy spring flower show concludes, and provide adequate water.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide full sun for maximum flower production.
- Ensure excellent air circulation to minimize powdery mildew.
- Test soil and add lime if it is too acidic.
- Deadhead the first flush of flowers to promote a stronger rebloom.
Don't
- Do not plant in a shady location.
- Avoid poorly drained or waterlogged soils.
- Don't over-fertilize with nitrogen, which promotes leaves over flowers.
- Refrain from heavy pruning, as it can remove developing flower buds.
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Mulch | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Prune |
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Good to Know
Common Questions
Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac questions
What zones can Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac grow in?
Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac is hardy in USDA Zones 4–7. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac deer resistant?
Yes — Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac bloom?
Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac typically blooms in late spring through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac need full sun?
Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac does best in full sun (6+ hours).
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