Syringa vulgaris 'Belle de Nancy' is an attractive French Lilac with highly fragrant, double flowers that are particularly attractive to butterflies and bees. The upright panicles appear as pink-mauve buds in spring and blossom into lilac-pink petals, fading to a blueish hue in summer. For the best flower display, prune it immediately after flowering. The blossoms can also be cut for flower arranging.
The mid-green foliage is heart-shaped and Syringa vulgaris 'Belle de Nancy' is often planted for screening or as a feature tree. 'Belle de Nancy' is a well established and popular French Lilac tree, bred at the famous Lemoine Nursery near Nancy, France.
This upright Lilac has a final height and spread of 3 x 2 metres in 20 years, so is perfect as a small garden tree or upright shrub. For the best result, plant Syringa vulgaris 'Belle de Nancy' in moist but well-drained soil, in a sunny location. This Lilac variety is tolerant of clay, loam and sand based soils.
AKA Belle de Nancy Lilac, Syringa Belle de Nancy, French Lilac