Shrub: Evergreen. Drought tolerant. Fire retardant. Deer and gopher resistant. Tolerant of coastal conditions. One of the showiest lilacs with its intense & profuse blooms! Attractive, dense-branching shrub boasts heavy clusters of honey-scented, dark purplish blue flowers. Excellent choice for borders, slopes, or to form a hedge/screen or windbreak. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bloom time: spring. Size: 4-6' x 6-8'. Exposure: sun. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z8.