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Texas lilac, also known as chaste tree (Vitex), is a beautiful specimen with purple flowers that bloom in midsummer, imparting a delightful scent that wafts through gardens in zones 6-9.

Other lilac varieties that stand out for their scent include Syringa x Josee (zones 2- or 3-9), Syringa vulgaris Krasavitsa Moskvy, also known as Beauty of Moscow (3-7), and Syringa vulgaris ...

Other lilac varieties that stand out for their scent include Syringa x Josee (zones 2- or 3-9), Syringa vulgaris Krasavitsa Moskvy, also known as Beauty of Moscow (3-7), and Syringa vulgaris ...

Discover these low-maintenance landscaping ideas perfect for anyone who wants a beautiful yard without the hard work.

Some woody plants naturally maintain an attractive shape without pruning! Varieties like boxwood ‘Green Velvet’, dwarf Korean lilac, and many viburnums grow slowly and keep their form with minimal ...