Description
The charming and fragrant lilac ‘Palibin’ has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, making it a top choice for any garden. This slow-growing, bushy deciduous shrub boasts delicate, lilac-pink flowers that bloom in upright panicles, releasing a sweet and heady scent that will enchant anyone who passes by. With small, dark green leaves that provide a lovely backdrop to the stunning flowers, ‘Palibin’ is a great addition to any garden. Reaching a height of up to 1.5m, this lilac is a perfect choice for small gardens, adding a touch of elegance and fragrance to any space.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Lilac ‘Palibin’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ can grow to a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m.
- Did You Know That:In the language of flowers, lilacs symbolize first love, innocence, and memories?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
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Soil Requirements
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
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Best Position
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
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Maintenance
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
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Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ can have problems with thrips, scale insects and moths. , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as blight, root rots and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees and butterflies. It is toxic to.