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‘Royal Purple’

Lilac

Syringa x hyacinthiflora

'Royal Purple'

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Flowers of Royal Purple lilac displaying a deep red purple color
  • Fragrant
  • Hardy
  • Double blooms
Description

An early blooming hybrid with fragrant, dark purple, double flowers.

USDA Zone
2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
8 - 10'
Width
8 - 10'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Early spring
Flower Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Prefers neutral to alkaline soils, but is fairly adaptable. Good drainage is imperative.

Pruning

Blooms on old wood - prune after flowering if desired.

Uses

Hedges; mixed borders; foundation plantings; specimen.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun and with good air circulation to minimize powdery mildew. Deadheading is beneficial but not required.

Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage

Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage