Family: Oleaceae

Scientific Name: Syringa meyeri Palibin

Common Name: Palibin Lilac, Dwarf Korean Lilac

Description

Dwarf Korean Lilac (Syringa meyeri) is a compact Lilac with whitish lilac-colored flowers.

Pronunciation(si-RING-a)(MY-er-eye)
Plant TypeShrubs Deciduous, Site author's observations
Hardiness Zone3-7
Sunlightfull
Moistureaverage
Soil & Siteaverage
FlowersThe buds are reddish purple opening to a light, whitish pink or lilac color. The flowers cover almost the entire plant. Not as fragrant as the Common Purple Lilac. Flowers are botanically a panicle.
LeavesThe leaves are slightly wavy and smaller than many of the other shrub Lilacs.
Dimensions4-5 feet tall by 5 plus feet spread
MaintenancePrune after flowering to maintain size.
PropagationDifficult to root from softwood cuttings.
Native SiteThe species plant native to Northern China.
Cultivar OriginMeyeri is named after F.N. Meyer, who introduced this species to the United States in the early 20th century.
Misc FactsSyringa is Greek meaning "pipe", in reference to the hollow stems.
Author's NotesSince this is a dwarf Lilac it is often miss planted. Dwarf means smaller, not tiny. It needs at least, a minimum 4-5 feet to spread. They lose their form and beauty when sheared into geometric forms every year.
Notes & Reference#01-Manual of Woody Landscape Plants (Michael Dirr)
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