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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Lilac

Scientific Name: Syringa sp.

Category: Ornamentals

Description:
Lilacs are woody, flowering shrubs grown for their aromatic flowers. Flowers may be white, lavender or purple. The leaves are opposite and ovate with a smooth margin.

 White lilac flowers

White lilac flowers

 Lilac shrubs

Lilac shrubs

 Lilac foliage

Lilac foliage

 Lilac flowers

Lilac flowers