Purple Heirloom Lilacs
Particularly attractive to butterflies.
Upright, pyramidal blossoms in reddish purples.
8-15’ H x 6-12’ W
Double-petaled
Mid-season
In Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Charles Joly’
Exceptionally disease resistant.
Upright, pyramidal blossoms in deep purple, with chocolate undertones.
9’ H x 7’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Andenken an Ludwig Spaeth’
Petals are deep purple with curled edges that have a silver cast.
Disease resistant.
Unique blossoms are especially ruffly.
6-7’ H x 7-8’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Albert F. Holden’
Exceptionally fragrant.
Suckers well.
Showy blossoms begin as multi-colored buds, and then emerge in tones of purple, blue, fuchsia and lavender.
8-12’ H x 6-8’ W
Double-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Adelaide Dunbar’
Developed at Rochester’s famous Highland Park, these purple blossoms have trace white markings in the center, giving a them a star or cross-shaped appearance.
Rare in the horticultural trade.
10’ H x 8’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF STock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Flower City’
It’s a little “spicier” than the traditional scent, but, oh so delicious.
Some say this is the most fragrant of all lilacs.
4-6’ H x 5-8’ W
Single-petaled
Mid to Late season
In Stock
Syringa meyeri
‘Dwarf Korean’ PALIBIN
This umbrella-shaped plant “stays put” and will not ramble, making it a nice specimen plant.
Prolific pale purple blooms, with a slight reddish cast, emerge from dark purple buds.
6-10’ H x 6-10’ W
Single-petaled
Late season
In Stock
Syringa x prestoniae
‘Donald Wyman’
A classic. This traditional lilac is long-lived and graces farmhouses all over the country.
Tall and rambling in growth habit, it still offers one of the best fragrances of any lilac.
12’ H x 8’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
In Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Common Purple’
Great for gardens. Nice fragrance.
Just like Grandma’s lilacs, only smaller, and more contained.
4’ H x 4’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
In Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Prairie Petite’
Along with Declaration and Betsy Ross, commissioned for the US Bicentennial.
Blossoms start bluish-purple and fade to attractively variegated flowers.
8-11’ H x 10-12’ W
Single-petaled
Early season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa x hyacinthiflora
‘Old Glory’
Also a favorite for its strong fragrance and saturated reddish purple color.
Ruffled edges on petals make these blossoms especially showy.
8-12’ H x 8-12’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Monge’
Large, heavy, blossoms are dark purple with a reddish tint.
8-10’ H x 6-8’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
In Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Frank’s Fancy’
Attractive, dark purple blossoms with a slight reddish cast.
8-12’H x 6-8’W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
out of stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Sarah Sands’
Similar to ‘Donald Wyman’ but with more purple blossoms. Slight reddish hue.
This beautiful umbrella-shaped plant “stays put” and will not ramble, making it a nice specimen plant.
8-10’ H x 6-8’ W
Single-petaled
Late season
In Stock
Syringa x prestoniae
‘Royalty’
Makes an excellent hedge.
This little-leafed lilac stays relatively low and spreads wide.
4-8’ H x 5-10’ W
Single-petaled
Mid to Late season
In Stock
Syringa x chinensis
‘Rouen’
Largely unavailable elsewhere the horticultural trade.
Unique blossoms. Pastel purple with very saturated color.
10’ H x 8’ W
Double-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Richard A. Fenicchia’
Fast growing.
One of the darkest purple lilacs we carry.
8’ H x 6-8’W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
in Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Yankee Doodle’
A branch or two may show the white of parent, but can be easily pruned out.
Dark purple flowers with white edging for a dramatic effect.
8-10’ H x 8-12’ W
Single-petaled
Mid-season
OUT OF Stock
Syringa vulgaris
‘Sensation’
