Species: Syringa meyeri 'Palibin'
(si-ring'gah mye'ur-eye)
Palibin Meyer Lilac
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
None Listed
Cultivars
'Palibin'Ornamental Characteristics
Shrub 4 to 8 feet
4' - 8' (spread 6' - 12')
Deciduous
small, round, mounded shrub with clean branch structure in summer and winter
prefers alkaline soil
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun, Part shade
4a
Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)
spectacular violet flowers emerge before leaves are fully developed and cover the plant in May; new leaves have purplish margins turning to dark green lustrous foliage; medium fine texture
Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
not as susceptible to mildew as other lilacs; several diseases may cause problems but none serious; one of the most maintenance-free lilacs
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
native to northern China; slow growth rate; flowers can be harmed by late freeze
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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Moisture Tolerance
