Lilac - Charles Joly - #2

The Charles Joly Lilac (Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’) is a striking French lilac known for its double, deep magenta-purple flowers and intensely sweet fragrance. Blooming in late spring, this heirloom variety is a standout in any landscape—ideal for hedges, borders, or as a specimen shrub. Its strong bloom color and perfume make it a favorite for cut flower arrangements.

Key Features:

Double magenta-purple flower clusters in late spring.

Rich, classic lilac fragrance.

Upright, dense growth habit (8–10 ft tall at maturity)

Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Excellent cold hardiness and long lifespan.

Planting & Care Instructions:

Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily for best flowering)

Soil: Well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral soil.

Watering: Water regularly during dry periods; prefers evenly moist soil.

Spacing: 6–10 feet apart for hedges or borders.

Pruning: Prune after flowering to shape and encourage strong blooms next year.