Are you looking for a perfect lilac for your warmer growing zone? It can be tough to find! A wonderful option, which does well in the coldest climates, all the way down into warm growing zone 8, is the Scentara Pura Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora Scentara Pura).

The poignantly purple, classic look of the Scentara Pura’s spring blooms are only outdone by the amazing smell emanating from within. A variety of “hyacinthiflora” lilac, it’s one of the most fragrant types available.

The large flower cluster heads are made up of double-lavender florets, making the perfect cut flower for bringing indoors for your favorite vase. Just imagine the centerpiece at your table, and the smell filling your entire house.

This lilac is very easy to grow, and adaptable to many climates, but does prefer well-drained soil and at least four hours or more of sun exposure per day, for the best growth and blooms.

With a mature size of 4-6 feet tall and wide, the Scentara Pura is a perfect size for a single specimen in smaller yards. Or plant them in a row, to create a long hedge or border, without blocking your view beyond.

The Scentara Pura is an improvement over traditional lilac varieties, with more fragrance and better resistance to common diseases like leaf spot and powdery mildew. It’s also deer resistant!

With all the upside to the amazing Scentara Pura Lilac, order several from Nature Hills Nursery today!