Charles Joly Lilac
POT SIZE: #5
Mature Height: 8-12 ft
Mature Width: 6-10 ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardiness Zone: 3-7
The Charles Joly Lilac, also known as French Hybrid Syringa ‘Charles Joly,’ is a classic, heirloom lilac variety admired for its deep magenta-purple, double flowers and strong fragrance. Blooming in late spring, its showy flower clusters stand out against its lush, green foliage, making it a perfect choice for hedges, privacy screens, and specimen plantings. Its highly scented blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, enhancing both formal and naturalized gardens.
Foliage: Dark green, heart-shaped leaves provide a rich, dense background that enhances the bold color of its flowers. The foliage remains vibrant throughout the growing season.
Flowers: Large, upright panicles of deep reddish-purple, fully double blooms appear in late spring. The flowers are strongly fragrant, making this one of the most beloved lilac varieties for its scent and color.
Growth Habit: Reaching 8-12 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide, Charles Joly has an upright, multi-stemmed growth habit, making it an excellent choice for privacy screening, windbreaks, or as a striking focal point.
Climate: Thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. It is highly cold-hardy and performs well in a variety of climates, especially in temperate and northern regions.
Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance beyond light pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage more prolific blooming in the following season. It benefits from good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.
Landscape Uses: Charles Joly Lilac is perfect for hedges, mixed borders, and specimen plantings. Its richly colored double flowers and intense fragrance make it an ideal choice for cut flower arrangements, wildlife gardens, and cottage-style landscapes.
POT SIZE: #5
Mature Height: 8-12 ft
Mature Width: 6-10 ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardiness Zone: 3-7
The Charles Joly Lilac, also known as French Hybrid Syringa ‘Charles Joly,’ is a classic, heirloom lilac variety admired for its deep magenta-purple, double flowers and strong fragrance. Blooming in late spring, its showy flower clusters stand out against its lush, green foliage, making it a perfect choice for hedges, privacy screens, and specimen plantings. Its highly scented blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, enhancing both formal and naturalized gardens.
Foliage: Dark green, heart-shaped leaves provide a rich, dense background that enhances the bold color of its flowers. The foliage remains vibrant throughout the growing season.
Flowers: Large, upright panicles of deep reddish-purple, fully double blooms appear in late spring. The flowers are strongly fragrant, making this one of the most beloved lilac varieties for its scent and color.
Growth Habit: Reaching 8-12 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide, Charles Joly has an upright, multi-stemmed growth habit, making it an excellent choice for privacy screening, windbreaks, or as a striking focal point.
Climate: Thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. It is highly cold-hardy and performs well in a variety of climates, especially in temperate and northern regions.
Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance beyond light pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage more prolific blooming in the following season. It benefits from good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.
Landscape Uses: Charles Joly Lilac is perfect for hedges, mixed borders, and specimen plantings. Its richly colored double flowers and intense fragrance make it an ideal choice for cut flower arrangements, wildlife gardens, and cottage-style landscapes.
POT SIZE: #5
Mature Height: 8-12 ft
Mature Width: 6-10 ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardiness Zone: 3-7
The Charles Joly Lilac, also known as French Hybrid Syringa ‘Charles Joly,’ is a classic, heirloom lilac variety admired for its deep magenta-purple, double flowers and strong fragrance. Blooming in late spring, its showy flower clusters stand out against its lush, green foliage, making it a perfect choice for hedges, privacy screens, and specimen plantings. Its highly scented blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, enhancing both formal and naturalized gardens.
Foliage: Dark green, heart-shaped leaves provide a rich, dense background that enhances the bold color of its flowers. The foliage remains vibrant throughout the growing season.
Flowers: Large, upright panicles of deep reddish-purple, fully double blooms appear in late spring. The flowers are strongly fragrant, making this one of the most beloved lilac varieties for its scent and color.
Growth Habit: Reaching 8-12 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide, Charles Joly has an upright, multi-stemmed growth habit, making it an excellent choice for privacy screening, windbreaks, or as a striking focal point.
Climate: Thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. It is highly cold-hardy and performs well in a variety of climates, especially in temperate and northern regions.
Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance beyond light pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage more prolific blooming in the following season. It benefits from good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.
Landscape Uses: Charles Joly Lilac is perfect for hedges, mixed borders, and specimen plantings. Its richly colored double flowers and intense fragrance make it an ideal choice for cut flower arrangements, wildlife gardens, and cottage-style landscapes.
