French Lilac – Syringa vulgaris 30 Shrub Seeds | Fragrant Spring Blooms | Cold Hardy Classic Cottage Garden Shrub | Hedge Plant | Butterfly & Hummingbird Friendly

Grow one of the most beloved flowering shrubs in the world. French Lilac (Syringa vulgaris), also known as Common Lilac, is cherished for its intensely fragrant purple blooms and classic spring beauty.

This hardy deciduous shrub grows 8–15 feet tall with upright, ascending branches and heart-shaped dark green leaves. In late April to early May, dense pyramidal clusters of sweetly fragrant purple flowers cover the plant, filling the garden with one of the strongest and most recognizable floral scents.

Extremely cold hardy (to -31°F), French Lilac thrives in regions with true winter dormancy. It is perfect for hedges, privacy screens, shrub borders, specimen plantings, cut flowers, and even bonsai training.

You will receive seeds similar in size and quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 French Lilac seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed sowing instructions
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: French Lilac / Common Lilac
Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full Sun (best flowering)
Soil: Average to rich, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium
Mature Height: 8–15 feet
Spread: 6–12 feet
Growth Rate: Medium
USDA Zones: 3–7
Container Friendly: Yes (young plants and bonsai)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds 24 hours. Cold stratify for 30–90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/4 inch deep. Prune immediately after flowering to encourage strong blooms the following year.