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Syringa vulgaris 90cm 'Sensation' 10Ltr Pot

£6999
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Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ 90cm – Lilac – 10L Pot

Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ is a striking and unusual lilac, celebrated for its deep red-purple flowers edged in crisp white and its prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM). This 90cm plant brings bold colour, fragrance and reliable performance to gardens in early to mid-summer.

Key Features

  • Distinctive red-purple flowers with white margins

  • Lightly fragrant summer blooms with eye-catching contrast

  • RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) for outstanding garden performance

  • Deciduous shrub with a relaxed, open habit

  • Ideal for hedging, screens and mixed borders

  • Hardy and low maintenance, suitable for UK gardens

Product Description

The Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ lilac stands out from traditional lilacs thanks to its dramatic bi-coloured flowers. Each bloom is a rich red-purple edged neatly in white, creating a striking effect when the large panicles appear in early to mid-summer.

With its relatively loose, natural growth habit, this lilac works beautifully in cottage and informal gardens, where it can be allowed to develop its full shape. It also makes an effective flowering hedge or screen, providing both privacy and seasonal interest.

Best grown in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, ‘Sensation’ is easy to care for and dependable. Its RHS AGM status confirms its reliability, making it a superb choice for gardeners seeking something a little different without sacrificing performance.

Specifications

  • Product Name (Common & Latin): Lilac ‘Sensation’ – Syringa vulgaris

  • Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub

  • Flower Colour: Red-purple with white edges

  • Foliage Colour: Green

  • Flowering Period: Summer

  • Height & Spread at Maturity: 2.5–4 metres high x 2.5–4 metres spread

  • Time to Ultimate Height: 10–20 years

  • Position: Full sun

  • Aspect: North, South, East or West-facing

  • Exposure: Exposed or sheltered

  • Soil Type: Chalk, clay, loam or sand

  • Soil pH: Alkaline to neutral

  • Moisture Requirements: Moist but well-drained soil

  • Hardiness Rating: Fully hardy

  • Awards: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

  • Supplied As: Approx. 90cm tall plant in a 10L pot

Care Tips

  • Plant in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil

  • Choose a sunny position for the best flower colour

  • Water regularly while establishing and during dry spells

  • Mulch annually to retain moisture and improve soil quality

  • Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape

  • Avoid winter pruning, as flowers form on old wood

The Syringa ‘Sensation’ lilac is perfect for gardeners looking for a bold, award-winning shrub that combines fragrance, colour and low maintenance—ideal for borders, hedging, or adding standout character to any garden.

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Delivery

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- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
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What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

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Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.