{"product_id":"sensation-french-lilac-1","title":"Sensation French Lilac","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"153\"\u003e‘Sensation’ French Lilac Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Key Traits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"227\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"238\" data-start=\"227\"\u003eSensation\u003c\/em\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"269\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eFrench lilac cultivar\u003c\/strong\u003e known for its striking bicolor flowers — deep purple with white edges — and strong fragrance. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"404\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"406\"\u003eIt is a mid-season bloomer, typically flowering in \u003cstrong data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"457\"\u003emid to late May\u003c\/strong\u003e (depending on climate). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"541\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eMature size: about \u003cstrong data-end=\"578\" data-start=\"562\"\u003e8–10 ft tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"596\" data-start=\"583\"\u003e6 ft wide\u003c\/strong\u003e (or similar) under good conditions. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"675\"\u003eHardiness: Zones \u003cstrong data-end=\"699\" data-start=\"692\"\u003e3–7\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly listed. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"760\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"762\"\u003eIt is an \u003cstrong data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"771\"\u003eupright, multi-stemmed shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e that can sucker (send up shoots from the base) if not maintained.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"952\" data-start=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"952\" data-start=\"920\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Site Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1084\" data-start=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"956\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is ideal — at least 6 hours of direct light — for best flowering. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1384\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1384\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1096\"\u003e • Prefers \u003cstrong data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1110\"\u003ewell-drained soils\u003c\/strong\u003e — wet, boggy sites are problematic. \u003cbr data-end=\"1209\" data-start=\"1206\"\u003e • Thrives in neutral to slightly alkaline soil; can adapt to a range of soil types (loam, clay, etc.) as long as drainage is adequate. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1518\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1518\" data-start=\"1387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1407\" data-start=\"1387\"\u003eAir Circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good airflow helps reduce disease pressure (especially fungal issues). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1521\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave enough room for mature growth (allow ~6–8 ft or more) and for pruning access. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1658\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1692\" data-start=\"1660\"\u003eAvoiding Crowded Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because \u003cem data-end=\"1712\" data-start=\"1701\"\u003eSensation\u003c\/em\u003e can be somewhat leggy and may sucker, avoid planting too close to structures or other shrubs. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1853\" data-start=\"1850\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1859\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Establishment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"1889\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2064\" data-start=\"1889\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2064\" data-start=\"1891\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1913\" data-start=\"1891\"\u003eDuring First Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately and consistently to help roots establish. Avoid letting soil stay dry for extended periods. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2269\" data-start=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2269\" data-start=\"2067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2067\"\u003eAfter Establishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shrub is reasonably drought tolerant; supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells helps maintain vigor and flower production. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2272\"\u003eAvoid frequent shallow watering, which encourages weak shallow roots — deep watering is preferable. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2415\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2439\" data-start=\"2420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2439\" data-start=\"2424\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2875\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2443\"\u003eApply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2504\" data-start=\"2488\"\u003eearly spring\u003c\/strong\u003e before new growth begins. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2743\" data-start=\"2573\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2743\" data-start=\"2575\"\u003eAvoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which may encourage excessive leafy growth at the expense of blooms. (General lilac practice) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2875\" data-start=\"2744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2875\" data-start=\"2746\"\u003eAdding compost or well-rotted organic matter to the planting soil can improve fertility and soil structure without overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2880\" data-start=\"2877\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2911\" data-start=\"2882\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2911\" data-start=\"2886\"\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"2913\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3133\" data-start=\"2913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3133\" data-start=\"2915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2933\" data-start=\"2915\"\u003eWhen to Prune:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immediately \u003cstrong data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2946\"\u003eafter flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e (late spring, as soon as blooms fade). Because \u003cem data-end=\"3024\" data-start=\"3013\"\u003eSensation\u003c\/em\u003e blooms on old wood, pruning later risks removing next year’s buds. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3651\" data-start=\"3134\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3651\" data-start=\"3136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3136\"\u003eHow to Prune:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3156\" data-start=\"3153\"\u003e • Remove spent flower clusters (deadhead) to prevent the plant putting energy into seed production. \u003cbr data-end=\"3299\" data-start=\"3296\"\u003e • Thin out older, weaker stems at or near the base to promote younger, healthier growth. \u003cbr data-end=\"3431\" data-start=\"3428\"\u003e • Remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches to maintain structure and airflow.\u003cbr data-end=\"3519\" data-start=\"3516\"\u003e • Because the plant can sucker, keep an eye on and remove unwanted suckers from the base. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"3652\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"3654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3673\" data-start=\"3654\"\u003eWinter Pruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid heavy pruning in late summer, fall, or winter — wait until after bloom in spring for structural cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3788\" data-start=\"3785\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3824\" data-start=\"3790\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3824\" data-start=\"3794\"\u003ePests, Diseases \u0026amp; Problems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4294\" data-start=\"3826\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3967\" data-start=\"3826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3967\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003eGenerally regarded as \u003cstrong data-end=\"3882\" data-start=\"3850\"\u003erelatively disease-resilient\u003c\/strong\u003e, but still subject to common lilac issues. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4179\" data-start=\"3968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4179\" data-start=\"3970\"\u003ePossible issues include:\u003cbr data-end=\"3997\" data-start=\"3994\"\u003e • Powdery mildew, leaf spots, lilac blight in humid or poorly ventilated conditions.\u003cbr data-end=\"4085\" data-start=\"4082\"\u003e • Insect pests such as leaf-mining moths or thrips. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4294\" data-start=\"4180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4294\" data-start=\"4182\"\u003eGood cultural practices (proper spacing, pruning for airflow, avoiding overhead watering) help prevent problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4299\" data-start=\"4296\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4330\" data-start=\"4301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4330\" data-start=\"4305\"\u003eSeasonal Care \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4823\" data-start=\"4332\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4497\" data-start=\"4332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4497\" data-start=\"4334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4352\" data-start=\"4334\"\u003eBloom Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e When in full flower, \u003cem data-end=\"4385\" data-start=\"4374\"\u003eSensation\u003c\/em\u003e can be heavily covered with blooms, making a striking spring display. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4654\" data-start=\"4498\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4654\" data-start=\"4500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4514\" data-start=\"4500\"\u003eSuckering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it tends to sucker, regular removal of unwanted shoots keeps it neat and prevents spread. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4823\" data-start=\"4655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4823\" data-start=\"4657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4678\" data-start=\"4657\"\u003eContainer Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e In containers, performance may differ; container lilacs need good drainage and more frequent watering. \u003cspan aria-describedby=\"radix-«rfu0»\" data-state=\"delayed-open\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-describedby=\"radix-«rfu0»\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto from Jeffries Nurseries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bylands","offers":[{"title":"2 gallon","offer_id":45713403642027,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/9868\/1259\/files\/OIP_04196249-5dc0-4657-856f-e7514398c0b8.webp?v=1761605711","url":"https:\/\/riverdenegarden.com\/products\/sensation-french-lilac-1","provider":"Riverdene Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}