Japanese Tree Lilac
The Japanese tree lilac is a beautiful tree that produces fragrant white flowers. This tree grows well with full sun and well-drained soil. A large cluster of Japanese tree lilacs can be found in Lilac Lawn, northeast of Sheep Meadow. They're also just outside of the entrance to Conservatory Garden's South Garden.
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Leaves
Opposite, dark green in summer, yellow-green in fall -
Fruit
Inconspicuous -
Flower
Small, white, and fragrant clusters (6-12 inches), lilac-like -
Bark
Reddish-brown to gray, peeling