{"product_id":"syringa-vulgaris-sensation","title":"Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ - bicolor lilac, intensely fragrant","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSyringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the most spectacular lilac varieties, appreciated for its unique, two-tone flowers in violet-purple shades with white edges, a rare contrast among lilacs. During spring, the shrub is covered with large, \u003cstrong\u003ehighly fragrant\u003c\/strong\u003e panicles, becoming a true focal point in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe abundant flowering and intense, sweet fragrance characteristic of traditional lilac make ‘Sensation’ an excellent choice for romantic gardens, specimen planting, or fragrant informal hedges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is a classic, hardy ornamental shrub that is easy to incorporate into gardens, yards, pathways, relaxation areas, or compositions with other decorative shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor ornamental shrub with deciduous foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant flowers grouped in decorative panicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolet-purple petals clearly outlined with a white edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring flowering, usually in April-May, depending on the weather and region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen foliage with a natural appearance, characteristic of common lilac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for specimen planting, decorative groups, informal hedges, or planting alongside pathways and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing conditions and care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e prefers direct sunlight. For abundant flowering, placing it in the brightest possible location is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate. Water regularly after planting until established; afterward, it tolerates normal periods of drought well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e prefers fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. It does not do well in heavy, compact, or constantly wet soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in spring, fertilizer for ornamental shrubs or flowering plants may be applied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e removing spent flowers immediately after flowering is recommended. More substantial pruning should also be carried out after flowering, as lilac forms the flower buds for the following year during the current season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCold hardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e it is highly resistant to Romanian winters and suitable for permanent planting in the garden. It can tolerate temperatures of approximately \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-25°C \/ -30°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, depending on the location, plant maturity, and soil drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended substrate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor planting in the garden, well-loosened, fertile soil improved with mature compost is recommended. If the soil is clayey or retains water, incorporating coarse sand, perlite, fine gravel, or another drainage material is advisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor growing in large pots, a fertile substrate for outdoor plants mixed with perlite or pumice can be used for better drainage. Avoid highly acidic substrates and excess water around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espectacular two-tone flowers, violet with white edges;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eintense and long-lasting fragrance;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eabundant flowering every spring;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexcellent as a specimen plant or hedge;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexceptional frost resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: 40-60 cm (depending on the season and horticultural work) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSyringa vulgaris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a deciduous shrub, and the appearance of its foliage naturally varies depending on the season. Starting in autumn, the leaves may \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturn yellow, develop spots, partially dry out, or gradually fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the cold season, specimens may be delivered with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereduced foliage, leaves with an aged appearance, or even without leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the time of year and growing conditions. This is normal for the species and does not indicate a viability problem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"17 cm pot","offer_id":56870166495558,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/B0BEC822-E0C6-46D7-853E-60E43976E3B3.jpg?v=1782725713","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-si\/products\/syringa-vulgaris-sensation","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}