Scentara® Double Blue Lilac Bush

Ready for a lilac that not only looks stunning but smells absolutely amazing? Scentara Double Blue Lilac is here to knock your socks off with its powerful fragrance—so make sure your shoes are tied tight! Developed from Syringa hyacinthiflora, the queen of fragrant lilacs, this beauty produces masses of purplish-blue blooms, each made up of intricate doubled florets for that delicate seashell effect. Besides its showstopping flowers, this lilac also boasts excellent disease resistance and a strong, upright shape, making it a handsome addition to any landscape. Whether you’re planting it for its fragrance, as a focal point, or simply for its beauty, Scentara Double Blue is a must-have for lilac lovers.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F—this fragrant beauty is ready to make your garden shine in the spring.

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained, average soil that leans alkaline. This lilac loves soil that doesn’t stay soggy for long.

Watering Specifics:

• - Water moderately—keep the soil moist, but avoid letting it get waterlogged, especially in winter.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring will keep those blooms coming back year after year.

Pruning and Training:

• - If you’re going to prune, do so right after it finishes blooming to ensure a healthy next season.

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-free and deer-resistant, so no need to worry about critters munching on your lilac!

Light Requirements:

• - Loves 6+ hours of sunlight, but can tolerate 4-6 hours for a slightly shadier spot.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives even in temperatures as low as -50°F.