Syringa ‘Congo’

Syringa ‘Congo’ | Fragrant Purple French Lilac Bush | Spring Blooming Shrub | Hardy Flowering Hedge Plant | Deer Resistant | 1 Gallon
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Syringa ‘Congo’ | Fragrant Purple French Lilac Bush | Spring Blooming Shrub | Hardy Flowering Hedge Plant | Deer Resistant | 1 Gallon

Fill your garden with the classic fragrance of spring with Syringa ‘Congo’ French Lilac—a stunning, award-winning shrub known for its rich reddish-purple blooms and unforgettable scent.

This hardy, easy-care lilac is perfect for creating flowering hedges, privacy screens, or focal points in cottage gardens.

🌟 Why Gardeners Love ‘Congo’ Lilac

  • 💜 Deep magenta-purple blooms with intense fragrance
  • 🌸 Classic spring flowering shrub
  • 🐝 Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
  • 🦌 Naturally deer-resistant
  • 🌿 Excellent for hedges, borders, and privacy planting

🌱 Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris ‘Congo’
  • Common Name: French Lilac
  • Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
  • Height: 8–12 feet
  • Spread: 6–10 feet
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
  • Light: Full sun
  • Water: Moderate
  • Zones: 3–8

🌿 Perfect For

  • Cottage gardens 🌸
  • Fragrant garden designs 🌿
  • Flowering hedges & privacy screens
  • Pollinator-friendly landscapes 🐝
  • Traditional or classic garden styles

🌿 Care Tips

  • Plant in full sun for best flowering
  • Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil
  • Prune after blooming to encourage next year’s flowers
  • Provide good air circulation to prevent mildew
  • Water regularly during establishment