An heirloom French lilac prized for its elegant, double blooms, ‘President Grévy’ produces large, airy panicles of soft lavender-blue flowers that bring a refined, almost silvery tone to the spring garden. Each floret is fully double, giving the blooms a plush, layered appearance and a delicate texture that stands apart from traditional single lilacs.
Its fragrance is classic and richly sweet, filling the air in mid to late spring when few other shrubs can match its presence. Vigorous and upright in growth, this variety forms a substantial shrub over time—perfect for use as a flowering hedge, backdrop planting, or focal point in a cottage-style landscape.
Key Features
- Fully double blooms in soft lavender-blue tones
- Large, showy flower panicles with a refined, airy texture
- Strong, classic lilac fragrance
- Blooms mid to late spring
- Excellent cut flower for fragrant spring arrangements