Syringa pubescens

Taxa and Plants of this Species at BCA

The following taxa are (or were) represented in the collections at Boone County Arboretum. Additional taxa may be available in the trade that are not included here.

  • Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim' // Miss Kim Manchurian Lilac
    Shrub. Grows to 3' tall and wide. Vigorous grower. Flowers in 3" long clusters, purple buds open to icy blue flowers, late May to early June, fragrant. Fall color can be a good yellow, but not always reliable. Prefers slightly acidic soil in sun to partial shade. Zones 4-7. Species native to Northern China, Korea, cultivated in 1902. Good for use in borders.
    Bed 115