meyeri “Paliban” or Syringa “Miss Kim” Care Growth rate will vary, generally from 30 cm to 60cm (12 – 24 inches) a year depending on climate, soil and variety.įor smaller growing types consider the Korean Lilac S. They are suited to growing in the general garden border, and can be used as a seasonal feature plant.ĭwarf cultivars that are suited to growing in containers, are also available for sale from selected nurseries. They flower in spring, and this is when they are at their best, and as they don’t actually do much for the rest of the year. The flowers are typically a pale blue and this is where they get the name Lilac, however there are also varieties, with deeper purple to mauve and red flowers. The botanical name is Syringa although many cultivars with different flowers colours and growth rates are available. You can grow them as a bush or shrub, they can also be grown as a standard if desired. The common Lilac is Syringa vulgaris, the flowering season is from early spring to summer depending on the variety and the climate zone, when white or pink to purple flowers, appear in masses.

These are a small deciduous tree or bush, when in flower they have a wonderful strong scent that carries in warmer climates to fill the garden with a wonderful perfume.

A long time favourite in gardens across the country, Lilac tree with their fragrant flowers are easy care garden plants.

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