Syringa patula 'Miss Kim'

This hardy lilac from Korea has purple buds that open to single, fragrant, pale lilac flowers when other lilacs have finished. Also known as Syringa velutina, it has leaves larger than S. meyeri and S. microphylla and beautiful burgundy-red fall color. Height:  6' Spread:  5-6' Shape:  Broad, spreading Foliage Color:  Dark, glossy green Fall Foliage:  Burgundy-red Exposure:  Full sun    *Photo and info courtesy of Bailey Nurseries, Inc.