Copper Curls® Pekin Lilac -- Syringa pekinensis ‘SunDak’
RFM-28
Landscape specimen tree
Description
A small tree selected for its very showy coppery-orange, peeling bark and large, attractive creamy-white flower panicles. Large seed clusters remain on the tree and these capsules add interest on the winter scene. This cultivar is winterhardy in zones 3 - 4, which should extend the range of landscape use for this species. Trees may grow 20 to 28 feet tall and are effective either single or multi-trunked. Copper Curls® is introduced in collaboration with Dr. Scott Redlin, Raleigh, NC. Reaches semi-mature height in about 18 to 20 years. Hardy in USDA Zone 3. Available in nursery trade.
Potential Uses or Applications
Nursery stock, small landscape specimen tree
Showy, orange-coppery peeling bark
Development Stage
Plant material can be obtained from NDSU Plant Sciences Department or designated nursery subject to availability.
Patent Status
U.S. Trademark registered – Copper Curls®.
U.S. Plant Patent 16,570P3
Licensing Status
This cultivar is available for non-exclusive licensing.
Large creamy-white panicles