Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Syringa meyeri
Last Review
Features
Small (4 inch), lilac-type clusters of flowers in late spring; flowers are pale purple and have only very light fragrance; summer foliage is much smaller than other lilacs and is glossy with wavy edges.
Culture
Full sun; moist, well-drained soils are best; tolerates alkaline soil.
Notes
Most lilacs require a good deal of maintenance. In comparison, this species requires very little maintenance.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
4.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
8.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
8.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Rounded to broad rounded; very uniform in shape
Native Regions, Text
China
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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picID
18592
Image
picID
18593
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picID
18594
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
451