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Willamette Japanese Tree Lilac
Syringa reticulata 'Willamette' Ivory Pillar™
Japanese Tree Lilac
In stock · from $362.99
Enjoy the classic scent of lilac into early summer. After many other trees and shrubs are done blooming, lilac trees are just getting started. This petite tree stays slim and fits nicely even in smaller yards. Typically has a low canopy of about 5 feet above the ground. Adaptable to rough soil conditions and urban pollution. Attracts pollinators.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-13.
Good to know
- Deer resistant.
- Fragrant.
- Low maintenance.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Attracts pollinators.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
Quick answers
How big does Willamette Japanese Tree Lilac get?
About 15-20' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Willamette Japanese Tree Lilac need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Willamette Japanese Tree Lilac need?
Moderate water use.
Will Willamette 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 Willamette Japanese Tree Lilac deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Willamette 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 Willamette 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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