Lilac, Declaration

Declaration Lilac is draped in stunning panicles of fragrant lilac purple flowers rising above the foliage in early spring, which emerge from distinctive dark red flower buds. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It has dark green foliage throughout the season. The heart-shaped leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. An early-spring blooming lilac from the US National Arboretum with large panicles of intensely fragrant reddish-purple flowers; upright, multi-stemmed habit, limited suckering, ideal for screening; full sun and well-drained soil; resistant to mildew.