Lilac 'Declaration': Early Blooming Reddish-Purple Fragrant Clusters from U.S. National Arboretum

Lilac 'Declaration'

This outstanding cultivar from the U.S. National Arboretum has large, dramatic clusters of deep reddish-purple, fragrant flowers and blooms 7 to 10 days earlier than common lilacs. Useful as a flowering informal screen, background shrub, or specimen. A nice cut flower for a fragrant bouquet. Deciduous. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

Growing Conditions

• Full Sun
• Moderate Water Needs
• Height: 5–10 feet
• Spread: 4–7 feet