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Syringa Baby Kim (Lilac)

Baby Kim Lilac, Syringa x 'SMNSDTP'

Syringa Baby Kim, Baby Kim Lilac , Lilac, Lilacs, Lilac Bush, Dwarf Lilac,
Syringa Baby Kim, Baby Kim Lilac , Lilac, Lilacs, Lilac Bush, Dwarf Lilac,

One of the smallest lilacs to date, Syringa Baby Kim (Lilac) is a compact, rounded, deciduous shrub boasting a profusion of fragrant purple blooms that do not fade to white as they mature. Blooming in mid to late spring, this dwarf lilac features glossy, dark green leaves that remain in summer. Rarely bothered by deer or disease, This lilac is ideal for small gardens.

  • Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall and wide (24-36 cm).
  • A full sun lover, this plant is best grown in fertile, neutral to alkaline, moist, well-drained soils.
  • Plant as a specimen or in mixed shrub borders for dramatic spring blooms. Use it in the perennial border to add structure to a bed. A great flowering shrub that is perfect for containers too.
  • No serious insect or disease issues
  • Flowers attract butterflies and birds
  • Pruning is not necessary. If you still want to prune this lilac, prune it immediately after flowering in late spring. Never cut it back in fall, winter, or early spring – doing so will remove the spring flower buds.

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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 8
Heat Zones 3 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, A2, A3
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Oleaceae
Genus Syringa
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 30" - 36"
(80cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Angel White', Angel White Lilac, Syringa 'Angel White', Early Flowering Lilac 'Angel White', Early Hybrid Lilac 'Angel White', White lilac, Fragrant Lilac, White Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree
Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Royal Purple', Royal Purple Lilac, Syringa 'Royal Purple', Early Flowering Lilac 'Royal Purple', Early Hybrid Lilac 'Royal Purple', Purple lilac, Fragrant Lilac, Purple Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree
Syringa vulgaris 'Blue Skies',Syringa 'Blue Skies', Lilac 'Blue Skies', French Lilac 'Blue Skies', Syringa vulgaris 'Monore', blue lilac, Fragrant Lilac, blue Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree
Syringa x persica', Persian Lilac, Fragrant Lilac, Purple Flowers, Fragrant Shrub, Fragrant Tree, Purple LilacAGM Award

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 8
Heat Zones 3 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, A2, A3
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Oleaceae
Genus Syringa
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 30" - 36"
(80cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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