Syringa vulgaris

The original start of this lilac tree was brought from Maine to Oregon in 1843 by Mary Charlotte Foster, wife of Philip Foster, partner with Sam Barlow on the Barlow Road. The Fosters sailed Cape Horn and Mary Charlotte planted the lilac immediately upon her arrival in Oregon City. She moved it five times, replanting it at each of her homes. It was planted at its current location in 1883.

Tree Facts

• Height: 25 ft
• Date of dedication: April 6, 1998
• Age at dedication: 152 years

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Location: Philip Foster Farm, 29912 SE Highway 211, Eagle Creek