Syringa meyeri
Dwarf Lilac
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Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Description
Syringa meyeri is a species of flowering plant in the lilac genus of the family Oleaceae. Growing to 2 m (7 ft) tall by 1. 2 m (4 ft) broad, it is a deciduous shrub with panicles of scented lilac flowers in early summer. It is often planted in smaller gardens where other lilac species would be too large. The cultivar 'Palibin', formerly S. palibiana or S. patula, has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Blooming
Lilacs are known for their very fragrant and beautiful flowers. Depending on environmental conditions, the bloom time ranges from early spring to early summer. The flowers are borne in clusters.Most Lilacs require cold winters to promote the best set of blooms.
Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Growth
Deciduous shrubs and small trees. Can take full sun, but will need light shade in the hottest of climates. Does very well in cold-Winter regions. All species are medium to large shrubs that don't have much appeal when out of bloom.
Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Planting
When planting into the ground, dig some lime into the transplantation soil to increase the pH. Sow seeds when ripe or in spring, in containers in a cold frame. Can also propagate from greenwood cuttings in early summer. Layer or bud in summer, graft in winter.
Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Pest
Frequent pests include caterpillars, borers, and scale insects. Syringa is also prone to powdery mildew, anthracnose, bacterial leaf spot, root know nematode, MLO, leafroll virus, dieback, witches' broom, and wilt.
Dwarf Lilac (Syringa meyeri) - Soil and irrigation
Does best with well-drained soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline. Mulch on a regular basis.
