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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
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DeciduousLeaves 1-3cm (half inch to 1.5in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pink mauve
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightRounded, slow-growing shrub. Produces flowers in dense panicles to 10cm (4in) long.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Full sun
SYRINGA meyeri 'Palibin'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesLeaf miners, thrips, willow scale, lilac blight, honey fungus.Place of originGarden origin (China)
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterCottage gardenSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable 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.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilNeutral to alkaline soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Syringa - Growing Guide
2m (6½ft)
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
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