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Miss Kim STD Lilac

Syringa patula 'Miss Kim' STD

Category: Deciduous Tree • Lilac

Discover the compact and fragrant Miss Kim STD Lilac, perfect for borders and small gardens.

Mature Height: 4-5 feet
Mature Width: 4-5 feet
Bloom Color: Lavender, Blue
Bloom Time: Spring
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 3-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Spring
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Miss Kim Lilac is a compact deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, lavender-blue flowers and attractive foliage. It offers a lovely display in spring and is ideal for smaller gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates drought once established.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Fragrant flowerscompact growth habit

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for small gardens or as a focal point. Provides seasonal interest with its blooms.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Miss Kim STD Lilac a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

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