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Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac
Syringa reticulata 'Summer Storm'
Japanese Tree Lilac
In stock · from $362.99
An absolute flurry of gorgeous creamy white panicles covers this tree early in summer. Classic lilac fragrance in a small tree. Adaptable to harsh environments and easy to care for. Lush green leaves provide comfortable shade through summer.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-05.
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Fragrant.
- Does well at higher elevations.
Quick answers
How big does Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac get?
About 20-25' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $362.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Summer Storm Japanese Tree Lilac wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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