Hyacinth-like lavender blue flowers. Sweetly scented. According to Robin Savill (1999), this form was discovered by Pere David, N. China in 1863.

Fragrant:	Yes
Approximate height:	1.0 - 1.5 metres
Flowering period(s):	Jul Aug Sep
Aspect:	Sun or semi-shade
Pruning:	Hard prune (Group 3)
Country of origin:	China
Other name(s):	heracleifolia var davidiana
Database entry: 212