Miss Kim Dwarf Lilac
Miss Kim dwarf lilac is a smaller shrub than common lilac. It also blooms later and its leaves have a beautiful color in fall.
In late spring, it has long panicles of sweetly scented lavender flowers that burst from purple buds. The small leaves are oval and dark green, sometimes showing a burgundy fall color. It is an excellent choice where a medium-sized shrub is desired.
Miss Kim Dwarf Lilac
Miss Kim dwarf lilac is a smaller shrub than common lilac. It also blooms later and its leaves have a beautiful color in fall.
In late spring, it has long panicles of sweetly scented lavender flowers that burst from purple buds. The small leaves are oval and dark green, sometimes showing a burgundy fall color. It is an excellent choice where a medium-sized shrub is desired.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim'
Pronunciation
si-RING-gah pew-BES-senz PAT-yoo-luh
Mature Height
4 to 6 ft.
Mature Spread
4 to 6 ft.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
lavender
Bloom time
early summer
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
species is native to Korea
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3 -8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
Performance
This lilac is a good choice for those who want the beautiful fragrant flowers of a lilac but don't have room for a larger cultivar. It has been an excellent shrub at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden, surviving many years. The later bloom time helps it avoid late spring frosts. The beautiful fall color gives it an added season of interest. We highly recommended it.
Maintenance
Remove the flower clusters after they have finished blooming, if desired. Prune out dead or damaged branches at any time.