 Size: 4-8 feet and 1 1/2 times that in spread. Habit: Small,
dense rounded shrub. Slow growing.
Leaves: Opposite and simple, 3/4 - 1 3/4" long,
elliptic-ovate.
Culture: Does well in Midwest and east, fairly mildew resistant
Utilization:
Shrub border, foundation planting.
Propagation:
Cuttings are very hard to root, for the best success take cuttings before end
leaves mature. Use a well drained medium and mist. More info on propagation.
Disease
and Insects: Lilac borer, frost damage, leaf blight, powdery mildew. Powdery Mildew is a fungal infection
that can be identified as white spots on the leaves. A fungicide found at any garden
center is a good treatment. Baking soda is known to be a good disinfectant against fungus
and mold.
Climate
Range: Zone 3-8
Cultivars:
'Palibin' - Compact form that
reaches 4-5 feet at maturity. Reddish purple buds open to whitish-pink flowers
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