Syringa meyeri 'Palibin' (Palibin Dwarf Korean Lilac)


Botanical Information

FamilyOleaceae
GenusSyringa
Speciesmeyeri
Cultivar'Palibin'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginAwarded a gold medal by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 7
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2a - 7a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-15) - (-7)
Temperature (°F)5 - 15
Height1.5 - 2 m
Spread2 - 2.5 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA bushy, compact shrub covered in light pink fragrant flowers arranged in thick, terminal clusters. A very attractive specimen.
ShapeRounded, oval.
LandscapeBorders, screen or hedge.
CultivationDry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionElliptic-ovate and dark green in colour.
Flower DescriptionTerminal cluster of pale pink flowers.

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