My sister lives in the North FT. Worth Area, and is looking for a place to purchase a White Lilac that will grow in Texas. Does anyone out there know of such a place where you can buy one. She already has some that are Lilac in color, but is looking for a White One.
Thanks
Deann in Northern Michigan
HELP: A MIDWEST GARDENER TRYING TO HELP A TEXAS SISTER!
How long has she had her lilacs? The only area in Texas that lilac are said to grow is North Texas, ie The Panhandle. There are a few purple lilacs that were developed for California. None have been developed for Texas. She will probably have to buy mail order, get one that lists an 8 or 9 in plant hardiness and hope for the best.
I think there's a Vitex tree that blooms white. That's also called a Texas Lilac and most garden centers carry it although the white may be hard to come by.
Here's a link:
http://www.uni-graz.at/~katzer/engl/Vite_agn.html
I have the white one also a pink and the reg blue Vitex
bettydee.........She has a purple lilac that finally bloomed this year, I gave it to her as a gift two years ago. Its one that is for the warmer climates. I bought it from Weyland's.
knolan and emh, thank you for your help......I have forwarded this information on to her
Deann
She might also try Green Mama's on Davis Blvd in North Richland Hills, Redenta's Garden Center in Arlington, or Weston Gardens off Anglin Rd. in southeast FW.
Stephanie
I hope you find what you're looking for. I am from Michigan myself and loved my mothers purple lilacs and was disappointed in moving to Texas to not have them in abundance here. For me the mountain laurel has been a nice substitute...but that comes in dark purple. Hope you find a white lilac!
stephanietx
Thank you so much for the info....I have heard her speak of Green Mamma's.....that is a must see place the next time I am in Texas.
Tir_Na_Nog's.....what part of Michigan were you from?? I would like to invite you to the Michigan Forum and just come on by and visit with us..........
Deann
deann-saginaw. =) i pop in now and then.
I bought a couple of Betsy Ross (white blooming) lilacs several years ago. They have both done well and bloomed beautifully. I found mine at a little mom and pop nursery which sadly has gone out of business since then. I am in zone 8.
Patsy
Patsy.......thank you for your tip....will let my sister know about Betsy Ross Liac.
Deann
Green Mamma's would be my first thought, but she may have already gone there. Another nursery in FW is Archie's Gardenland, which has been in business a very long time. It is in West FW @ 6700 Camp Bowie Blvd. near I-30, ph 817-737-6614. They carry a large variety of plants, but a little pricey. Also Mike's Garden Ctr. 817-293-8800 in South FW (and 2 other locations). I would call and ask for the particular plant before making the drive to either.
Good luck.
Sheila........thank you for the information...will forward that to Carol as well............You Texas gals are just so helpful...
Thank you again so much.
Deann in Northern Michigan
I forgot about Archie's! It's a great place!
There's also Into the Garden on W. Vickery north of Hulen before you get to I-30. I've not been to Anna's Old World Gardens yet, but I plan to this weekend. It's on 8th Ave near where 8th Ave & Cleburne Rd merge in south FW, on your way to the hospital district.
Stephanie
stephanie......thank you again for the added information, will pass that on to Carol as well...........maybe when I come to Texas to visit, we can meet............
Deann