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Popular since 1938, Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation', a bi-colored Common Lilac, has stood the test of time. Its unusual purple blooms have a creamy white edge and appear mid- to late season. If you visit our nursery in May, you’ll find Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation' in bloom by the Tree Peony grove.
Lilacs are among the best-known spring-flowering shrubs. For reliable bloom and sweet fragrance, generally before Memorial Day, these sturdy shrubs are in a class by themselves. Most Lilacs prefer full sun and neutral-to-slightly-alkaline soil.
For more information on the growing and care of Lilacs, click Growing Guide.
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HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED
The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
WHEN WE SHIP
We ship our bulbs and plants at the right time for planting in your area, except as noted, with orders dispatched on a first-come, first-served basis by climate zone. We also ship a wide range of containers and planters, tools, supplies, fertilizers, garden wear, garden decor items, as well as indoor decorations like wreaths and dried bouquets when available. Estimated dates for shipping are indicated in the green Shipping Details box for each item. Please supply a street address for delivery. Kindly contact us with two weeks notice, if you'll be away at the expected time of delivery.
OUR GUARANTEE
We guarantee to ship plants that are in prime condition for growing. If your order is damaged or fails to meet your expectations, we will cheerfully replace or refund it. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-503-9624 or email us at [email protected]. Please include your order number or customer number when contacting us.
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I received an outstanding Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation' lilac 
A viewer from Amarillo, Texas
This is best and most healthy 'Sensation' lilac I have every purchased. The shipping box and packaging for this 'Sensation' lilac was superb, and protected the lilac's multiple branches and leaves during the shipping route from Connecticut to my residence in the Texas panhandle.
Kudos with 5 stars for White Flower Farm and the 'Sensation' lilac that I received from them, plus the box and packaging to protect the lilac during its shipping journey.
Absolute Best Lilac Available!
Pam the Happy Gardner from Rockton, Illinois zone 5a
Sensational!
Gayle from Hilliard, OH
Really small plant shipped- don't' buy 
Emily ohio gardener from Dayton OH
Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: sir-ing'guh
Plant Syringa in full sun (S. laciniata varieties are the exception and will perform well in partial shade). Immature lilacs produce flowers with lighter coloration; it may take 4–6 years for their true color to show.
All Lilacs require well-drained soil with pH close to neutral. Add lime if your soil is extremely acid. Fertilize once, in early spring, with a light application of an organic seaweed extract, fish emulsion, or slow-release fertilizer. Prune as necessary after bloom in spring.
S. vulgaris varieties are prone to powdery mildew, which generally appears in late summer. Mildew disfigures the leaves to varying degrees, but seems to have little effect on the vigor of the plant.
