Lilac, 8in, Baby Kim®

Yes, you have space for a delightfully fragrant lilac! Baby Kim® lilac is our smallest lilac to date, but boy, does it pack in a lot of flower power. Enjoy glossy, dark green foliage, an abundance of fragrant purple blooms that don't fade to white, and a useful rounded habit that fits into just about any sunny spot. It brings all the joy of lilacs into a neater, tidier package so you can enjoy this classic flowering shrub no matter how much - or how little - space you have. A Proven Winners® Color Choice® variety.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 60 - 90cm (2 - 3ft.)
Mature Spread: 75 - 90cm (30 - 36in.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Lavender-purple blooms from rich purple buds
Flowering Time: May - June
Foliage Colour: Green

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is required. If pruning is required, cut back after blooming to promote strong new growth and flower buds to set for the next year.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.