The Persian Lilac also does very well in southern South Carolina. It grows
maybe 6' tall with wonderfully fragrant flowers. In our somewhat sandy soil,
it'll spread about as far as you let it.

"jc" wrote in message
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wrote in message
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Try Select Plus International. They offer some that grows in southern
Calif.
Gary


"Dan" wrote in message
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Will Lilac bushes grow down south (zone 8), in NW Fla? I have heard
yes,
no
way, maybe! Has anyone had any luck growing them in this area? They
are
wife's favorite plant and I would love to buy some for her for her
birthday,
but don't want to waste the money if they won't grow here. Thanks
for any
help!!

Dan

Persian lilac, Syringa persica, grows and flowers in Phoenix AZ (Zone
9). Not as showy as the French lilacs but still a nice bush with
smaller flowers. - Olin