Botanical profile

Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'

Latin name
Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly'
Common name
Common Lilac 'Charles Joly'
Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae

Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’ is a common lilac highly prized for its large, intensely fragrant, dark reddish-purple double panicles. This deciduous shrub develops an upright, structured habit, taller than it is wide, ideal for flowering hedges, borders, and specimen planting. In spring, its abundant bloom creates a voluminous and spectacular effect, with double flowers offering a rich and deep texture to the garden. Its medium-green, heart-shaped foliage maintains a beautiful summer density and highlights the sustained bloom. Very hardy and durable, Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to ensure generous and regular flowering. It is an excellent choice for bringing fragrance, intensity, and elegance to northern landscape designs.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Purple
Fruiting
Discreet, non-ornamental dried fruits.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
average
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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