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SYRINGA meyeri 'Palibin'

Commonly known as Korean lilac

Slow growing compact variety with panicles of pink-mauve flowers in profusion from an early age
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Leaves 1-3cm (half inch to 1.5in) long.
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    Pink mauve
  • Height
    2m (6½ft)
  • Spread
    1.2m (4ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Rounded, slow-growing shrub. Produces flowers in dense panicles to 10cm (4in) long.
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun

SYRINGA meyeri 'Palibin'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Leaf miners, thrips, willow scale, lilac blight, honey fungus.
    Place of origin
    Garden origin (China)
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea with more shelter
    Cottage garden
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Neutral to alkaline soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Syringa - Growing Guide
2m (6½ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  1.2m (4ft)
  

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