Charles Joly Lilac

The Charles Joly Lilac, Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly', is a beloved deciduous shrub that produces exceptionally fragrant magenta-purple flowers in mid to late spring. This classic garden plant features heart-shaped green leaves that turn yellow in the fall, creating a stunning seasonal display. Growing up to 12 feet tall and 10 feet wide, 'Charles Joly' makes a perfect backdrop plant in a mixed border or as a single specimen in a garden. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and can adapt to a range of soil types. The sweet fragrance of its blooms can fill the air, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators to the garden. Overall, the 'Charles Joly' lilac is a must-have for any gardener who loves classic and fragrant plants, providing stunning color and fragrance to the garden in the spring.

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