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Product Description
A unique bi-colour variety, Syringa vulgaris Sensation, also known as Lilac tree. Cool blue-green heart shaped foliage rests under the vivid blooms of deep violet with a distinctive chalk white edge. It can reach a mature height of up to 3m but can withstand vigorous pruning so can be kept to any manageable size to suit your garden. Holds the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit for its reliable performance, stability of colour and form and good resistance to pests and diseases. The sweet scented blooms are lovely addiction to the garden, flowering throughout May and June. Bare rooted 40-60cm plant supplied.
Plant Size
| Mature Height | 300 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 300 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Plant with soil firmly surrounding the roots. |
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| Soil Type | Humus rich, neutral-acidic soil |
Growing at a glance…
This amazing deciduous shrub is part of the lilac family. It can be pruned lightly once dormant, after flowering in late winter/early spring.Syringa (Lilac Trees) are suitable for planting in well drained, humus rich soil. Will thrive in full sun or light shade.