Common Caragana vs Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) - TreeTime.ca

Common Caragana vs Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac)

Syringa pubescens ssp. patula

Caragana arborescens

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Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac)
Common Caragana

Manchurian Lilac (aka Korean Lilac) is a medium-sized shrub that features fragrant clusters of pale purple flowers in late spring.

Manchurian Lilac is less affected by disease than other lilacs and will create a beautiful border, hedge, or privacy screen. If you are looking for a lilac for your shelterbelt, consider Common Purple Lilac or Villosa Lilac first.

Common Caragana is a fast growing shrub that's known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance. Although it's most commonly planted in shelterbelts, Common Caragana is also an excellent hedge or feature shrub.

Note: in warmer areas, this species can be difficult to contain once planted. Use the right plant in the right place.

Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) Quick Facts

Common Caragana Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 1b
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 4 m (13 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: red and purple
Flowers: pale purple
Flowers: yellow, in spring
Fruit: pod like fruits
Berries: red-pink berries
Harvest: mid July
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


In row spacing: 0.3 m (1.0 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Other Names: korean lilac
Other Names: black karagana, caragana, pea tree, siberian pea shrub, yellow acacia