How do you prune a Syringa Meyeri?

Prune three of the oldest stems at ground level, beginning in the lilac’s third growing season. Removing old growth renews the lilac and provides aeration for the center of the plant. If the lilac is grafted, prune the stem just above the graft union.

How do you prune Palibin lilac?

Regular Maintenance Pruning

1. Prune Unsightly Features. Begin by pruning dead or diseased stems, pencil-thin suckers, and twiggy growth.
2. Remove Any Stems Thicker Than Two Inches in Diameter. This regular removal of entire old stems will prevent your lilac from becoming too tall.
3. Prune Remaining New Stems.

When should Syringa be pruned?

When to Trim Lilac Bushes The best time for pruning lilac bushes is right after their flowering has ceased. This allows new shoots plenty of time to develop the next season of blooms. Pruning lilacs too late can kill young developing buds.

How do you look after Syringa Palibin?

Care Information

1. Grow lilac plants in fertile, well drained soil in full sun.
2. Palibin standards can be grown in containers if you wish using a soil based compost such as John Innes No.
3. Feed and water regularly throughout the growing season while young plants become established.

What kind of flower is Syringa meyeri Palibin?

Botanical name:Syringameyeri’Palibin’ Common name:Korean lilac Family:Oleaceae Plant Type:Shrub, Deciduous Flower colour: Pink Purple Foliage colour: Green Key features: Flowers

When is the best time to plant Syringa Palibin?

Korean lilac, Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ bears masses of panicles of fragrant, purple-pink flowers from late spring to early summer, contrasting with oval, dark green leaves. It’s ideal for growing in a sunny ornamental border. Compact and slow growing it’s suitable for smaller gardens or even growing in pots. Advertisement

What kind of soil do you need for Syringa Palibin?

Compact and slow growing it’s suitable for smaller gardens or even growing in pots. Grow Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’ in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Remove spent flowers and mulch annually in spring with well-rotted compost or manure.

When does Syringa Palibin bloom in St Louis?

Pale lilac to violet-purple flowers bloom in small, dense terminal clusters (panicles to 3-4″ long) in late April to early May (St. Louis area). Flowers are fragrant.