25 Seeds Charles Joy Lilac Fragrant Perennial Flowering Shrub

Charles Joy Lilac is a magnificent, heavily fragrant shrub renowned for its clusters of double, deep purple blooms that appear in late spring. This classic perennial is a must-have for any garden, offering a timeless elegance and a delightful scent that fills the air, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Grow Charles Joy Lilac as a stunning specimen, in mixed borders, or as an informal hedge. It thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal pruning. Please note that lilacs grown from seed may take several years to mature and bloom, and may display subtle variations from the parent plant.

Growing Information:
Species: Syringa vulgaris
Variety: Charles Joy
Type: Perennial deciduous shrub
Plant Habit: Upright, multi-stemmed
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, alkaline
Days to Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-7
Germination: Stratify seeds; sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; can take 1-3 months to germinate
Sowing: Start indoors in pots, transplant after last frost, or direct sow in fall
Spacing: 5-10 feet apart
Notes: Seed-grown plants may vary; flowers in 3-5 years