Syringa vulgaris ‘Albert F Holden’ Lilac – Dark Purple & Silver Blooms | 6+ Inch Live Plant | Hardy Flowering Shrub | Zones 3–8

Bring classic fragrance and dramatic color to the garden with Syringa vulgaris ‘Albert F Holden’, a beautiful common lilac known for its striking purple blooms with silvery undersides. Large flower panicles appear in late spring to early summer, creating an eye-catching display above attractive light-green, heart-shaped foliage.
This upright, hardy flowering shrub is excellent for borders, cottage gardens, informal hedges, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Lilacs are also valued by butterflies and hummingbirds, while their fragrant blooms make wonderful cut flowers. Plants are freshly dug when ordered and prepared for shipment with soil around the roots.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Albert F Holden Lilac plant
✔️ Plant measuring approximately 6+ inches
✔️ Syringa vulgaris ‘Albert F Holden’
✔️ Freshly dug to order
✔️ Purple blooms with silvery undersides
✔️ Hardy deciduous flowering shrub
✔️ Excellent for borders, hedges, and cottage gardens
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Albert F Holden Lilac
Botanical Name: Syringa vulgaris ‘Albert F Holden’
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Live young plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; best flowering in full sun
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly while establishing, then as needed
Mature Height: Up to approximately 10 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes when young; best planted in the landscape long-term
💡 Care Tip: Plant as soon as possible after arrival and keep the roots moist until planting. Choose a location with good sunlight and drainage for the best flowering. A layer of mulch can help conserve moisture and protect the root zone, but keep mulch away from the main stem.