Nice for residential landscapes and parks. Both species are expected to increase in popularity as more people become familiar with these small trees. Pekin lilac has much finer-textured foliage. Transplants easily due to the fibrous root system. The fall color is often showy, from an orange-yellow to red.
Branches are slender, usually yellow-green to olive in color.
It is a fast growing tree reaching 60 feet. Requires plentiful soil moisture. Used in windbreaks and shelterbelts. Twigs are golden-yellow, especially in winter and early spring. Used in windbreaks and shelter-belts.