Today in the garden:  Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly Lilac’ – This french lilac hybrid was introduced in 1896 by Charles Joly.  The Charles Joly Lilac is a multi-stemmed reliable old classic lilac.  It’s double florets form tight clusters of dark magenta-purple flowers which are extremely fragrant.  It works well in the landscape as a specimen shrub,  an ascent shrub, and an informal hedge. It’s disease resistant and deer resistant and preforms well in cold landscapes. USDA Zone: 3-8

This deciduous shrub likes full sun and will grow to the height of 12 -15 feet. Blooms often start early to mid-April and continue into late May.

Article and Photo by: Carlotta Lucas , AGC President