Description
Lilac Common Purple (Syringa vulgaris) is a timeless classic beloved for its upright form, rich green foliage, and intensely fragrant lavender-purple blooms that burst into flower in early May. With large, 6–12″ long flower spikes, this robust deciduous shrub brings nostalgic beauty and powerful fragrance to any landscape, especially when planted in groups along borders or in mass plantings.
Hardy in Zones 3–8, Common Purple Lilac is low maintenance and adaptable to most soil types, thriving in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Its fragrant blooms are not only a favorite of pollinators like bees, but also make stunning cut flowers. Reaching up to 15 feet tall and 12 feet wide, this lilac is perfect for creating a show-stopping hedge or a fragrant focal point in larger gardens.
Each plant comes in a #5 (5 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Syringa Vulgaris
Light: full sun
Watering: keep soil evenly moist, no standing water
Soil: no preference
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: oval
Plant Type: deciduous shrub
Mature Size: height (15'), width (12')
Blooming Season: summer
Pollinator: self-pollinator
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