Botanical Name

Syringa patula 'Miss Kim'

Commonly known as Miss Kim Lilac

Syringa patula 'Miss Kim' (Miss Kim Lilac)
Shrub

Compact lilac with pale lavender blooms and outstanding fragrance. Burgundy fall foliage as a bonus.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jun
USDA Zones
3-8
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
4-6'
Bloom Colors
Lavender
Fragrant Pollinator Friendly Deer Resistant
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About This Name

Syringa patula 'Miss Kim' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Miss Kim Lilac unambiguously. The genus Syringa places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Miss Kim Lilac, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Syringa patula 'Miss Kim' will give you the most precise results.