Syringa ‘Albert F. Holden’

The Albert F. Holden Lilac is one of the most visually striking varieties you can grow. This standout cultivar produces large, single florets in a deep, saturated violet-purple with a stunning silver reverse on each petal, creating a breathtaking two-toned shimmer that catches the light and makes the flower clusters appear to sparkle in the spring sunshine. It is a truly unique effect that sets Albert F. Holden apart from virtually every other lilac on the market.

Named in honor of a dedicated supporter of Holden Arboretum in Ohio, this variety carries a distinguished pedigree to match its distinguished appearance. The flower clusters are large and well-formed, held upright above attractive dark green foliage, and the fragrance is everything a lilac lover could ask for — deep, rich, and classically intoxicating. This is a variety that serious lilac collectors and casual gardeners alike find impossible to resist.

Highlights:

• Extraordinary deep violet-purple single blooms with a striking silver reverse on each petal
• Unique shimmering two-tone effect unlike any other lilac variety
• Large, upright flower clusters with rich, classic lilac fragrance
• Blooms mid-spring (May)
• Named in honor of Holden Arboretum — a variety with true horticultural distinction
• A showstopping cut flower with exceptional vase presence