Lilac plants really thrive in climates with a long winter chill. That said, there are a few low-chill hybrids some people like such as ‘Miss Kim’ lilac (S. patula ‘Miss Kim’). A popular substitute is the lilac chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) which doesn’t have the same fragrance but has those gorgeous blue-purple blooms.
Lilac plants really thrive in climates with a long winter chill. That said, there are a few low-chill hybrids some people like such as ‘Miss Kim’ lilac (S. patula ‘Miss Kim’). A popular substitute is the lilac chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) which doesn’t have the same fragrance but has those gorgeous blue-purple blooms.