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Description
Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden is a deciduous shrub that is known for its stunning and fragrant flowers. This plant is native to Southeastern Europe and is a member of the olive family. The plant is commonly grown for its ornamental value, and its flowers are often used in perfumes and potpourri. The flowers bloom in the late spring or early summer, and they are typically pink or purple in color. The plant can grow up to 10 feet tall, and it has a spread of about 8 feet.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukarya |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Spermatophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Oleaceae |
| Genus: | Syringa |
Appearance
The Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden has dark green leaves that are ovate in shape and about 5 inches long. The flowers are fragrant and grow in clusters that are up to 8 inches long. The flowers are typically pink or purple in color, and they have a sweet, floral fragrance. The plant can grow up to 10 feet tall, and it has a spread of about 8 feet. The bark of the plant is grayish-brown in color and has a rough texture.
Care Guide
The Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. The plant should be fertilized in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in zones 3-7.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden is susceptible to a few pests and diseases. The most common pests are aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. The most common diseases are powdery mildew, leaf spot, and root rot. To prevent these pests and diseases, the plant should be kept well-watered and fertilized, and any dead or diseased branches should be pruned.
Habitat
The Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden is native to Southeastern Europe and is commonly grown in gardens and parks throughout the world. The plant prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
1. How often should I water my Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden?
A: The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season.
2. What is the hardiness zone for Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden?
A: The plant is hardy in zones 3-7.
3. What are the most common pests and diseases that affect Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden?
A: The most common pests are aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. The most common diseases are powdery mildew, leaf spot, and root rot.
4. When do the flowers of Syringa Vulgaris Albert F. Holden bloom?
A: The flowers bloom in the late spring or early summer.
Related Plants
- Syringa Vulgaris
- Syringa Vulgaris Charles Joly
- Syringa Vulgaris Katherine Havemeyer
- Syringa Vulgaris Madame Lemoine
References
- “Syringa Vulgaris ‘Albert F. Holden’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c456.
- “Syringa Vulgaris ‘Albert F. Holden’.” Gardenia, www.gardenia.net/plant-variety/syringa-vulgaris-albert-f-holden.
- “Syringa Vulgaris ‘Albert F. Holden’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/249725/Syringa-vulgaris-Albert-F-Holden-(v)/Details.
