tinkerbelle-tree-1 - Grasshopper Gardens

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree

Name: Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree
Brand: Grasshopper Gardens
SKU: TBLT-12345
Price: 149.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (34 reviews)

Fragrant Pink Blooms
Compact Tree Form
Wine-Red Buds

Our Guarantee Customer Reviews

#7 Container

$286.00

3 in stock

#5 Container

$236.00

5 in stock

Size

Clear

Add installation for only _ per item!

Starting at $236.00

The Grasshopper Guarantee

We guarantee that your plants and trees will arrive happy and healthy. If you’re not satisfied after receiving your trees and plants, we’ll replace them at no cost to you. Trees and plants are living organisms and require care, maintenance, and protection to survive, root in, and establish properly. Trees that do not survive despite receiving the proper care, maintenance, and protection within the first year will be considered for a one-time replacement. If you purchased plants outside of your growing zone recommendation, or have not properly cared for your new plants as described in your welcome letter, your purchase won’t be covered by our Grasshopper guarantee.
FREE Local Delivery

Grasshopper Gardens offers free home delivery to customers in our local service areas. Experience the convenience of having your plants delivered straight to your home, free of charge, saving you time and effort.

Our local delivery area reaches as far north as Schroon Lake, south to Voorheesville, Glenmont, and East Greenbush areas, parts of Fulton and Montgomery counties, much of Washington County, and all areas in between. If you have questions on local delivery, give us a call at

518-793-9623.
In Stock
518-793-9623

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree is a compact ornamental lilac standard with fragrant pink flowers, wine-red buds, and a tidy rounded canopy. This spring-blooming tree form adds classic lilac fragrance and color to sunny entrances, patios, borders, and small garden spaces.

Why choose Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree?

Choose Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree for the romance of a lilac in a polished, space-saving form. Its wine-red buds open to soft pink, fragrant blooms, creating a memorable spring focal point without the size of many traditional lilacs. The grafted tree form lifts the flowers above low plantings, making it especially attractive beside walkways, sitting areas, and front-yard gardens. Its compact canopy and deciduous foliage offer easy seasonal beauty with simple annual care.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Syringa x ‘Bailbelle’
Common Name: Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree
Growth Habit: Grafted standard with compact, rounded canopy

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree Additional Information

Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree is a tree-form version of the Tinkerbelle lilac, known for deep wine-red flower buds that open into fragrant pink spring blooms. The flowers are held in attractive clusters and are enjoyed by pollinators during the spring bloom season. Fresh green foliage follows the flowers and provides a clean, leafy backdrop through summer before dropping in fall.

This deciduous lilac standard works well as a small-space accent tree, formal entry planting, patio feature, or flowering focal point in mixed borders. Because lilacs bloom on old wood, pruning is best done shortly after flowering, mainly to shape the canopy, remove spent flower clusters, and maintain the desired tree form. Remove any shoots that appear from the trunk or base so the standard maintains its clean, elevated look. Plant where air circulation is good and sunlight is plentiful for the strongest bloom display.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree in full sun with well-drained soil. Set the root ball level with the surrounding grade, backfill gently, and water thoroughly to settle soil around the roots.

2. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during the first growing season while roots establish. Once established, water deeply during extended dry periods, especially in hot weather or when planted near pavement.

3. Pruning: Prune shortly after spring flowering. Lightly shape the canopy, remove faded flower clusters if desired, and trim away any suckers or trunk shoots to preserve the tree form.

4. Mulching: Apply a modest mulch layer around the root zone to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature, keeping mulch pulled back from the trunk.

Related Resources

FAQs

When does Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree bloom?
Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree typically blooms in mid to late spring, producing fragrant pink flowers from wine-red buds. Exact timing varies with seasonal weather and local climate.
How much sun does Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree need?
It flowers best in full sun. A bright location with at least six hours of direct sun helps support abundant blooms and a dense, attractive canopy.
How should I use Tinkerbelle Lilac Tree in the landscape?
Use it as a small flowering accent near patios, walkways, entrances, or mixed borders. Its standard form adds height and structure without taking up the space of a large shrub.

Shipping Details

Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you’ll receive an email with a tracking number.

Amount of Order	Shipping Charge
Local Delivery	FREE SHIPPING
Non-Local Delivery	Varies based on UPS shipping

Tall Growth
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Extra Large: Above 6 ft
Mature Spread	5-10 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate, Slow
Botanical Name	Syringa 'Bailbelle'
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Mid spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Oleaceae
Flower Color	Pink
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#5 Container, #7 Container

Map of the United States with all 50 states shaded green to show full coverage.

Growing Zones 3-7 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

Compare Similar Products

Name	Green Giant Arborvitae	Hot Wings Tatarian Maple	Honeycrisp Apple	Radiant Crabapple	Kentucky Coffeetree	Snowbird Hawthorn
Rating
Mature Height	Large: Up to 30 ft or more	Medium: Up to 30 ft	Medium: Up to 30 ft	Medium: Up to 30 ft	Large: Up to 30 ft or more	Medium: Up to 30 ft
Mature Spread	10-20 ft	10-20 ft	10-20 ft	20+ ft	20+ ft	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Fast, Moderate	Fast	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate, Slow	Moderate
Bloom Time	Non Flowering	Mid spring, Early Spring	Mid spring	Late Spring, Mid spring	Late Spring, Early Summer	Mid spring
Deer Resistant	Usually	Usually	No	No	Usually	Usually
Family	Cupressaceae	Sapindaceae	Malus	Rosaceae	Fabaceae	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Non Flowering	Non Flowering	White	White	White	White
Hardiness Zones	5, 6, 7, 8	10, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8	3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low	Medium	Low	Low	Medium	Low