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Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'-Fragrant Lilac Shrub 5/6' h B&B

Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'-Fragrant Lilac Shrub 5/6' h B&B

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Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'

Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'

Description

Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly' is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning, deep magenta-purple double flowers. These blooms are highly fragrant and appear in mid to late spring, making it a favorite among gardeners who appreciate both beauty and aroma. The plant's lush green foliage provides a lovely backdrop to its vibrant flowers.

Suggested Uses

This lilac is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a part of a fragrant garden. It can also be used to create a flowering hedge or screen.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'
  • Common Name Common Name: Charles Joly' Common Lilac
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically reaches 8-12 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Highly fragrant
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Excellent for cutting
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Peonies, roses, and other spring-flowering shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with good air circulation
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base in colder climates to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage
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