Amur Maackia vs Sensation Lilac - TreeTime.ca

Amur Maackia vs Sensation Lilac

Syringa vulgaris Sensation

Maackia amurensis

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Sensation Lilac
Amur Maackia

Sensation Lilac is an outstanding shrub known for its fragrant, bicolor flowers. In mid-spring, stunning purple flowers with white borders emerge and cover the entire plant.

Once the flowers bloom, they give off a beautifully sweet scent that is enjoyed by people, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. Plant Sensation Lilac in full sun to produce the most vibrant flower color.

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Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.

Sensation Lilac Quick Facts

Amur Maackia Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: short
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: brown
Bark: shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Flowers: upright clusters of small white flowers
Seeds: wide flat seedpods
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: maackia