Syringa vulgaris (Common Lilac) is a deciduous flowering shrub known for its highly fragrant clusters of lilac-purple blooms in late spring. It brings strong seasonal colour and a classic cottage garden feel to borders and informal hedging.
Hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It can reach a mature height of around 3–5 metres, making it a striking feature shrub or small garden focal point.