Old Fashioned Lilac

Old-Fashioned Lilac (Syringa vulgaris) The Old-Fashioned Lilac is a beloved, heirloom shrub cherished for its spectacular display of lavender-purple flowers and powerful fragrance each spring. Its blooms are ideal for cutting and filling your home with sweet perfume. This vigorous and hardy shrub thrives for decades with little care, providing dense foliage for privacy and a stunning focal point in the landscape. Perfect for borders, hedges, or as a standalone specimen. � Large, fragrant lavender-purple blooms � Heirloom variety grown for generations � Attracts pollinators & hummingbirds � Dense growth, great for hedges or privacy screens � Thrives in full sun � Mature Size: 8–12 ft. tall, 6–10 ft. wide � Hardy & low maintenance Note: Prune right after spring flowering to avoid cutting next season’s buds. Growing Zones: 3–7 outdoors Mature Height: 8–12 ft. Sunlight: Full Sun Mature Width: 6–10 ft. Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris Growth Rate: Moderate Bloom Time: Spring Type: Deciduous Shrub FAQ's What makes Old-Fashioned Lilac special? It is a classic heirloom lilac known for its strong fragrance and large lavender-purple flowers. How tall does it grow? It can reach 8–12 ft. tall and 6–10 ft. wide at maturity. Is it good for privacy? Yes, its dense growth makes it excellent for hedges or natural privacy screens. Does it have fragrance? Absolutely! Old-Fashioned Lilac is prized for its strong, sweet perfume that fills the garden.