A dwarf, spreading lilac with reddish purple buds that open to fragrant, pale lilac flowers. Blooms profusely in midseason, typically mid-May, and first flowers at an early age. Use in shrub borders with an evergreen background or plant in groups to form a low hedge. Deciduous.
 
Common Name: Dwarf Korean Lilac
Botanical Name: Syringa meyeri 'Palibin'
Watering Needs:Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Botanical Pronunciation:sih-REEN-gah MY-er-eye
Plant type:Shrub
Deciduous/evergreen:Deciduous
Sunset climate zones:1 - 9, 14 - 16
Growth habit:Spreading
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall, 5 to 7 ft. wide.
Special features:Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Waterwise
Foliage color:Dark Green
Blooms:Spring
Flower color:Purple
Flower attributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Garden styleCottage, Rustic