Beijing Gold Tree Lilac

Syringa pekinensis 'Zhang Zhiming'

Planted 2016

This hardy lilac tree is attractive during all seasons. It’s fragrant, cream flowers are beautiful in the early summer, and the leaves turn a golden yellow in the fall. Perhaps it’s most striking feature is the cinnamon colored bark that provides a great contrast in winter. This tree is a perfect ornamental.

Beijing Tree Lilac
Close up of Beijing Tree Lilac leaf
Close up of Beijing Gold tree lilac barkFlower on Beijing Gold tree lilac

Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
20 ft. 20 ft. 5 Moderate Low

Leaf

Heart shaped green leaves that turn yellow in the fall. Grow 2 to 4 inches.

Fruit

Small, tan fruits that grow in clusters.

Flower

Fragrant yellow or white flowers that grow in large clusters.

Advantages

Tolerant of a wide range of weather conditions and resistant to pests and diseases.

Disadvantages

Intolerant of shade.