I ordered a small tree last sping. it was really small, but it seemed like over night it started growing. Last fall it was over six foot tall with small pods on the branches. I started to trim them off but decided not to, and in the spring I was supprised by beautiful lavender flowers. it has grown about six feet since then. I love the tree and everyone asks where I got it. I am from the north and have wanted to grow Lillacs but they won't grow here. This is a great substitute.