Purple lilac mystery

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schufrei Luzerne, PA Nov 24, 2024

Some years ago I bought a house that came with two mature lilac trees: one had the typical lilac color and fragrance, the other was a purple-red variety with an unusual and gorgeous fragrance that I fell in love with. I’ve been trying for years to figure out what it was so I could plant one at my new house. Possibly Charles Joly, Monge, or Agincourte Beauty. Since I’m not a fan of the “classic” lilac fragrance, I’ve been searching for any red-purple variety that’s described as NOT having the classic lilac fragrance. Any suggestions?

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reeve1 Plano, TX(Zone 8b) Nov 24, 2024

Of course it would be helpful to see pictures, but following the shades of red-violet you mention, it could also be Red-Pixie? I'm envious! It's work to grow Lilacs in Texas. My Lil Kim is 3 years old and hanging in there.

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melody Benton, KY(Zone 7a) Nov 25, 2024

Preston hybrids have a different fragrance and some come in the red-violet colors. You might check those out.

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