Syringa reticulata subsp. pekinensis capsules. The bark is a red-brown color. They grow well in moist, well-drained soil. They prefer full sun but will tolerate light shade. Syringa reticulata subsp. pekinensis Syringa reticulata subsp. pekinensis (formerly known as "Syringa pekinensis"), also known as the Pekin lilac or the Chinese tree lilac, grows in an open, multi-stemmed form to a height of , with a spread of . They are native to northern China but grow in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7. It is grown as an ornamental tree in Europe and North America. Pekin lilacs have arching branches and ovate dark green leaves
William A. Harris Garden growing stronger every day. As the years passed, founder William Harris lovingly planted more and more, and the small corner soon turned into a green patch, eventually blossoming into what it is today: a thriving community garden overflowing with vegetables, flowers, and love.Currently managed by his daughters the garden has become a community treasure. Neighbors and community members of all ages chip in to help plant, water, and care for the plants. Although the garden sits atop the City’s water supply, the water used for maintaining the garden comes through natural means by a tank that stores nearly 1,000 gallons