Miss Kim Lilac

Miss Kim Lilac (Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim')Miss Kim Lilac, Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim', is a compact, cold hardy lilac that brings strong fragrance, soft lavender flowers, and excellent fall color to smaller spaces. In late spring, the shrub is covered in dense clusters of pale lavender blooms that fade to nearly white as they mature, standing out against the fine textured green foliage. Its naturally rounded, well behaved habit fits easily into foundation beds, narrow borders, and courtyard gardens where larger lilacs would overwhelm the space. As nights cool in autumn, the small leaves often turn rich burgundy to reddish purple, adding a second season of color and making Miss Kim an easy choice for gardeners who want beauty beyond spring alone.Distinctive FeaturesMiss Kim Lilac typically grows about 5 to 7 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide, forming a dense, rounded shrub on many short, well branched stems. The leaves are smaller and finer textured than common lilac, giving the plant a neat, refined look that reads as tidy even in tight beds. Flower buds open later in spring than many traditional lilacs, extending the lilac season with conical trusses of soft lavender blooms that lighten as they age and release a sweet, noticeable perfume. In fall, foliage often shifts to deep reddish tones, so this shrub continues to earn its place in the landscape long after the last flowers have faded.Growing Conditions Light: Grows best in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct light daily for heavy flowering, strong stems, and good bud set. Soil: Prefers well drained, moderately fertile soil and performs best in neutral to slightly alkaline conditions, but adapts to most average garden soils that do not stay wet....