Botanical profile

Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Scentara Double Blue'

Latin name
Syringa × hyacinthiflora 'Scentara Double Blue'
Common name
Lilac Scentara® Double Blue
Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae

Syringa × hyacinthiflora ‘Scentara Double Blue’, more commonly known as Scentara® Double Blue lilac, is a robust deciduous shrub renowned for its spectacular spring bloom, producing large panicles of double violet-blue flowers, among the most fragrant of all lilacs. Its upright, bushy habit, reaching up to 240 cm in height and width, makes it an excellent choice for structuring flowering hedges, borders, or solitary plantings. This hybrid, particularly resistant to cold (zone 2) and diseases, adapts well to northern climates. Its flowers are highly appreciated by butterflies and other pollinators, reinforcing its ecological interest in the garden. Preferring a sunny exposure and well-drained soil, this lilac also stands out for its reliable growth and limited maintenance, making it a popular choice for both amateur and experienced gardeners.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular then moderate, avoid overwatering
Fertilization
Compost in the spring if needed
Soil type
Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline
Minimum temperature
-40 °C (-40 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Bluish violet
Fruiting
Small, discreet brown capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Bushy upright
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 ft (3 m)
Width
8 ft (2.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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