Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation'
French Lilac
![Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation' French Lilac from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-4163.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Mid-to-late season bloomer
- Unique two-toned flowers of deep purple with white edges
- Lovely, dark green, heart-shaped leaves
- Light sweet fragrance
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Spring](image/chars/char-39.png)
Spring
![Attracts Butterflies](image/chars/char-116.png)
Attracts Butterflies
![Attracts Songbirds](image/chars/char-114.png)
Attracts Songbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers fertile, well drained soil. Prune just after flowering finishes, before the buds set for next year.
Use Lilac specific food to enhance growth and flowering annually (early spring and immediately after flowering)
Height: 12-15 ft
Spread: 8-12 ft
Price Level 1: $59.99~#3
Bloom Color: Purple, White
Zone: 3-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fragrant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Purple
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Spring Bloomer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained