| Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
| Plant Height: | 12 to 20 feet (3.7-6.1 meters) |
| Plant Spread: | 10 to 12 feet (3-3.7 meters) |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Deciduous |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant Blooms on old wood |
| Flower Color: | Lavender |
| Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer |
| Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree |
| Uses: | Flowering Tree |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Birds Butterflies Other Beneficial Insects |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant |
| Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil |
| Awards and Recognitions: | Other: 1998 Plant Select Winner |
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