Common Lilac – Syringa vulgaris

This is the wild species of Lilac from which all our modern varieties have been selected. It is a deciduous shrub which grows into a bushy thicket of around and has green heart-shaped leaves. The light blue-purple flowers are very sweet-smelling in early summer. Common Lilacs are very versatile and commonly used as screens, hedges, or specimens. Light shade is tolerated but the best flower production occurs in full sun.

Plant Key

Partial Shade

Full Sun

Wildlife Friendly

Fragrant