Profile
Meyer Lilac (Dwarf Korean Lilac)
Syringa meyeri
Deciduous Shrub
Height |
4 - 8 (feet) |
|---|---|
Spread |
8 - 10 (feet) |
Distinctions |
Dense, mounded habit; very small, glossy, rounded leaves; small clusters of fragrant, violet-purple flowers; produces few, if any, seed capsules; sun; pH 6.0-7.5; available as standards and often sold as trees; maroon to purplish fall color. |
Limitations |
Susceptible to lilac leaf miner in SE. |
Hardiness |
SC, SE (Zone 3) |
Origin |
Northern China |
Cultivars |
‘Palabin’ compact form; small clusters of violet to rose pink flowers; produces few seed capsules. |
