Height: 3.5m (12 FT.)
Spread: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Profuse, early bloomer with panicles of cream-yellow buds opening to fragrant, single white blooms on a large, hardy shrub. Heart-shaped, long, pointy, green foliage takes on purple hue as temperatures cool. Blooms before french hybrids. Disease and drought resistant.
Height: 3.5m (12 FT.)
Spread: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Early bloomer with abundant panicles of maroon buds opening to fragrant, deep violet, single blooms. Smooth, rounded-oval green foliage turns purple in fall. Exceptional hardiness and vigorous. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2.5m (8 FT.)
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Tall, upright, early blooming lilac with double rose-pink buds that open to fragrant, pale-pink double blooms contrasted by dark green heart-shaped foliage. Used as a hedge or screen plant. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.85 - 2.5m (6 - 8 FT.)
Masses of large panicles with dark purple, single buds open up to fragrant violet-purple blooms in late spring. Blooms later than most lilacs. Feature or screen plant. Non-suckering. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 1.85 - 2.5m (6 - 8 FT.)
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Upright shrub with panicles of dark purple buds opening to subtly scented, single, purple blooms in late spring. Dense dark green, heart-shaped foliage turns burgundy in fall. Non-suckering. Blooms later than french hybrids. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 3m (10 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Non-suckering, upright lilac with panicles of rose-pink buds opening to fragrant, single pink blooms in spring. Crinkly, large green, heart-shaped foliage turns yellow in fall. Extremely hardy and adaptable. Blooms two weeks later than most lilacs. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 2.5 - 3m (8 - 10 FT.)
Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 ½ - 8 FT.)
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Dwarf-form lilac that produces abundant panicles of bright pink, fragrant blooms in late spring. Dark green, heart shaped foliage turns dark red in the fall. Non-suckering. Prefers a moist, well drained soil but is drought tolerant once established.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Height: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Very hardy, non-suckering, slow-growing, compact form with upright panicles of purple buds opening to single, fragrant, rose-pink blooms in late spring. Large, dark green, deeply veined foliage turns yellow in fall. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6 ½ FT.)
Spread: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Plant names containing PBRAF, PP numbers and the like, may not be asexually propagated. Reproduction of these patented plants in any form, is prohibited. The symbols used to represent plant characteristics are based on our research and experience. Outcome may vary based on climate and conditions.
Full Sun: Varieties that require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce blooms to their full potential. The Plants with this icon are often heat-tolerant.
Partial Shade: Varieties that require 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants often prefer less intense heat.
Full Shade: Varieties that require less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants are often not heat-tolerant.
CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.
New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.
Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.
Attracts Butterflies: These varieties often provide nectar on which butterflies feed. They can also be host plants that females lay their eggs on.
Attracts Birds: Varieties that provide food, cover and nesting areas for birds. Most commonly plants and trees that produce berries, fruits, seeds and nectar.
Plants for Pollinators: Varieties that provide nectar and pollen to pollinators. These plants are often brightly coloured and very fragrant. Many of the best plants to attract pollinators are native plants as they produce large amounts of nectar and pollen vs hybrid varieties.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: Plants that have the ability to withstand extended periods without watering once they are established, but may still need to be mildly supplemented during extended dry periods.
Fire Resistant: These choices are presented as a basic guideline from credible sources, to increase resilience to wildfires. Fire resistant does not mean fire proof. Plants on this list may burn if they are not selected for site and local conditions as well as being properly maintained.
Cut or Dried Flowers: Plants that have beauty and appeal with a longer stem. Often maintainting a sweet fragrance and an extended vase life.
Deer Tolerant: Varieties with the ability to withstand deer feeding without detrimental outcomes. Also included are varieties that deer prefer to avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to deer browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
Rabbit Tolerant: Varieties that deter rabbits; often has prickly, spiky or jagged foliage. May also refer to toxic varieties that rabbits will avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to rabbit browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
