
SYRINGA—THE LILACS 
Without a doubt among the most popular of the early spring bloomers. 
Their bright green foliage and large, fragrant panicles of flowers 
contribute brightness and perfume to the shrubbery of which they are 
a part. We offer any of the following varieties: 
SYRINGA CHINENSIS (S. Rothomagensis, Rowen Lilac)—Slender 
arching branches and narrow leaves; large, loose reddish purple 
flower-plumes that are variable in color. 
3-4 ft., $1.50 each; 4-5 ft., $2.25 each 
SYRINGA JAPONICA (Japanese Tree Lilac)—A native of the 
forests of northern Japan that reaches a height of 40 feet with a 
tall stem sometimes a foot or more in diameter. Leaves large, dark, 
lustrous green; flower clusters white, 12 to 18 inches long and 12 to 
14 inches wide. Magnificent. 
4-5 ft., $2.25 each; 5-6 ft., $3.00 each 
SYRINGA PERSICA (Persian Lilac)—A distinct, wiry bush with very 
fragrant, light purple flowers in large, loose clusters, is the Persian 
Lilac. The bush is about 8 feet high, more graceful in general appear- 
ance than the Common Lilac. 
2-3 ft., $1.00 each; 3-4 ft., $1.50 each 
SYRINGA PERSICA ALBA (White Persian Lilac)—The White Persian 
Lilac is similar in all respects to its purple prototype, except that the 
blooms are white, faintly tinged with blue when first open. 
4-5 ft., $2.25 each; 5-6 ft., $3.00 each 
SYRINGA VILLOSA (Late Lilac)—A coarse, tree-like shrub 12 feet 
tall, the Downy or Late Lilac bears pale pinkish flowers in late June. 
3-4 ft., $1.50 each; 4-5 ft., $2.25 each 
SYRINGA VULGARIS (Purple Lilac)—Scarcely any shrub is better 
known than the Common Purple Lilac, and none endures neglect and 
ill treatment longer and rewards it more richly. The delicious scent 
of the lilac blossoms is one of man’s choicest inheritances. 
3-4 ft., $1.50 each; 4-5 ft., $2.25 each 
SYRINGA VULGARIS ALBA (White Lilac)—The White Lilacs, as a 
rule, are taller trees than the purple, and the bunches are inclined 
to be a little looser. They are lovely, fragrant, and highly desirable 
adjuncts to any garden. 
3-4 ft., $1.50 each; 4-5 ft., $2.25 each 
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