Description

The 'President Grevy' Common Lilac is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning, fragrant, double lavender-blue flowers. It blooms in late spring, providing a spectacular display and a delightful fragrance that attracts pollinators. This cultivar is appreciated for its robust growth and the beauty it brings to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a hedge. Its fragrant flowers make it perfect for cutting gardens and it can be used to create a fragrant screen or backdrop in larger landscapes.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris 'President Grevy'
• Common Name: President Grevy' Common Lilac
• Size & Growth: 8-12 feet tall and wide
• Hardiness Zones: 3-7
• Foliage Type: Deciduous
• Bloom Time: Late spring
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Attracts Pollinators: Yes
• Indoor Friendly: No
• Container Friendly: No
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Warning: Non-toxic
• Fragrant: Yes
• Cut Flower: Yes
• Grows Well With: Roses, Peonies, and other spring-flowering shrubs

Care Tips

• Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location
• Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Humidity: Tolerates average humidity
• Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove spent blooms
• Winter Care: Mulch base in colder regions to protect roots
• Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
• Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
• Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew