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Syringa 'Palibin' Standard Lilac – Compact Fragrance for Every Garden

Syringa meyeri 'Palibin', also known as the Korean lilac, is prized for its compact size, repeat-flowering habit, and rich, sweetly scented blooms. This standard form brings elegance and structure to patios, borders, or small gardens—perfect where space is at a premium.

• Fragrant Blooms: Enjoy clusters of dark pink flowers in mid-May that perfume the air and attract pollinators.
• Repeat Flowering: Lightly trim after the first flush to encourage a second wave of blooms lasting until the first frost.
• Mature Size: Reaches up to 1.5m high with a spread of about 60cm—ideal for pots, containers, or tight spaces.
• Flexible Planting: Thrives in borders or pots; upgrade to the vintage barrel planter for instant patio style.

Growing Guide

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade.
• Soil: Best in well-drained, moderately fertile soil (neutral to slightly alkaline pH).
• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK (RHS H6).
• Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting.

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in autumn or early spring for best results.
• Prune lightly after flowering to shape and promote further blooms.
• Add mulch in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• No special feeding required; apply general-purpose fertiliser in spring if desired.

Design Ideas & Companion Plants

• Pair with spring bulbs like tulips or daffodils for layered seasonal interest.
• Add alongside roses or spirea for a fragrant shrub border.
• The compact standard form makes it an ideal patio focal point or for flanking doorways.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time is autumn or early spring when the soil is workable and moist.
• How fast does Syringa 'Palibin' grow?
  This variety has a moderate growth rate, reaching its mature size of 1.5m over several years.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  'Palibin' lilacs thrive in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils but are adaptable to most garden soils.

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