Multi-stemmed shrub or tree up to 10 m, less often 12-15 m tall and 20-30 cm in diameter.
The bark is dark gray or brown, with clearly visible white transverse lenticels. Young shoots are red-brown.
The leaves are 5-11 cm long, green, ellipsoid-heart-shaped, similar to the leaves of common lilac.
The inflorescences are large, wide paniculate, up to 20-25 cm long and up to 20 cm in diameter. The flowers are white or slightly cream, small 5-6 mm in diameter, with a strong scent. Blooms in late June - July. Flowering lasts 2 weeks.
Lives up to 90-100 years. Propagated by seeds, layering, shoots from a stump and root suckers. One of the most frost-resistant and drought-resistant lilacs. Tolerates urban conditions well. Prefers neutral or slightly alkaline soils. The landing site should be sunny and inaccessible to strong winds.