Miss Kim Korean Lilac

Miss Kim Korean Lilac

5 Gallon
$69.00
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Miss Kim Korean Lilac

A compact, disease-resistant lilac adapted to milder climates, with fragrant spring blooms and excellent fall color.

$69.00
Container sizeSize guide 5 Gallon

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Description

Miss Kim Korean Lilac is a superior, compact shrub perfect for smaller gardens or warm-winter areas where common lilacs struggle. It blooms slightly later in spring with abundant clusters of fragrant, pale lavender-pink flowers. Its small, glossy green leaves turn a gorgeous burgundy-red in fall, providing multi-season interest. Notably resistant to powdery mildew and requiring fewer winter chill hours, it is an excellent, low-maintenance alternative to common lilacs for milder climates.

  • Compact & Manageable Size: Grows slowly into a neat, rounded mound, typically 4-9 feet tall and wide, fitting well in modern landscapes.

  • Fragrant Late Spring Blooms: Produces profuse, sweetly scented clusters of pale lavender-pink flowers in late spring, after most common lilacs.

  • Outstanding Fall Foliage: Leaves turn a striking, long-lasting wine-red to burgundy color in autumn.

  • Excellent Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to powdery mildew, a common problem for many lilacs.

  • Adapted to Warmer Climates: Requires significantly fewer winter chill hours than common lilacs, making it a reliable bloomer in Zone 9a and other mild-winter regions.

Quick Facts

  • Features:Oval-shaped small deep green leaves turning burgundy in fall. Produces clusters of fragrant lavender-pink flowers with late and repeat blooming habit.
  • Mature Height: 4-9 ft
  • Mature Width: 4-9 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Extended blooming season,Exceptional powdery mildew resistance,Compact growth habit,Cold hardy
  • Landscape Uses:Low hedges,Foundation plantings,Border accents,Small garden specimens
  • Special Care:Prune lightly after flowering,Prefers well-drained soil,Tolerates urban conditions,Fertilize sparingly
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Late spring with fall rebloom,Foliage: Spring to fall (burgundy fall color)

Faqs

Q: Is 'Miss Kim' a good choice for the Bay Area?
A: Yes, it is one of the best lilac choices for Zone 9a. Its lower chilling requirement allows it to bloom reliably in our climate where common lilacs often fail. Ensure it gets full sun.

Q: Does it need special pruning?
A: It requires minimal pruning. If needed for shape or size, prune immediately after flowering. It does not require the aggressive renewal pruning that common lilacs do.

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Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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