25 Seeds Blue Lilac Fragrant Perennial Flower Tree

Blue lilac is a classic flowering shrub beloved for its clusters of fragrant, lilac-blue blossoms that perfume the garden each spring. Grown from seed, this perennial plant develops into a hardy, long-lived addition to landscapes, providing both beauty and nostalgia.

Ideal as a specimen plant, hedge, or foundation shrub, blue lilac thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it requires minimal care and rewards with a stunning display of color and scent year after year. The nectar-rich flowers draw butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a perfect choice for pollinator gardens.

Species: Syringa vulgaris
Variety: Blue-flowered
Type: Perennial Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright, multi-stemmed
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, slightly alkaline
Days to Harvest: Not applicable (flowers after 3-5 years from seed)
Zones: 3-7
Germination: 14-30 days with cold stratification
Sowing: Surface sow, press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 6-10 feet
Notes: Fragrant late-spring blooms; attracts butterflies