Frank Klager is a distinguished French lilac known for its richly colored purple blooms and strong, classic fragrance. In mid- to late spring, it produces large, upright panicles of deep violet-purple flowers with a single layer of petals.
Bred by Hulda Klager and named after her husband, Frank, this upright, deciduous shrub typically grows 9 to 12 feet tall and 8 to 10 feet wide, forming a dense, rounded habit over time. It performs best in full sun and well-drained soil and benefits from pruning immediately after flowering to promote vigorous growth and consistent blooming. Like most common lilacs, it is extremely cold-hardy and long-lived, thriving for decades once established.
Key Features:
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Single petaled, mid violet-purple blooms
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Strong, sweet lilac fragrance
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Mid to late spring flowering
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Excellent for hedges, borders, and cut flowers
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Cold-hardy and long-lived
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Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil