Golden Eclipse Japanese Tree Lilac

Golden Eclipse is a Japanese tree lilac selection noted for foliage that emerges green and develops yellow-gold margins around darker centers. It also bears fragrant white flowers in late spring or early summer. ## Foliage and flowers The foliage contrast is the selection's defining ornamental feature, with green leaves edged in gold as they mature. White flower panicles appear in late spring or early summer. ## Garden placement Grow in full sun to emphasize foliage color, in well-drained soil. Use as a specimen or ornamental small tree in a mixed border or residential landscape. This named Japanese tree lilac selection combines ornamental foliage with spring flowering. ## Sources [US plant patent PP15990](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP15990) · [International Lilac Register](https://www.internationallilacsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/International-Register-updated-September-4-2020.pdf) ## Maintenance Remove dead or crossing branches as needed and avoid unnecessary shearing that would obscure the natural tree form. Prune after flowering when practical. Water during establishment and prolonged dry periods.