Baby Kim® Lilac (Syringa)
Shrub
- Purple blooms explode with fragrance!
- Improved version of Miss Kim® lilac.
- Compact habit saves space.
- Low maintenance and resistant to deer and disease.
- Zones 3-8, sun, 3′ tall x 3′ wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Patent: USPP 32,969
Common name: Lilac
Zone: 3 - 8
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 2-3' tall and wide
Flower color: Purple
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Spring-fall
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Space savers, rare & unusual, Proven Winners, heat tolerant, fragrant, deer resistant, cold tolerant
Uses: Specimen, mixed borders, landscaping, cut flower garden, pollinator garden, walkways
How to Grow
Light: Full sun (> 6 hours sun)
Water: Prefers average moisture, but too much water may result in root rot, and too little water during bloom time can shorten the flowering period.
Space: 3 feet apart
Fertilizing: Apply a granular rose or all-purpose garden fertilizer in early spring and, if desired, again after the first round of bloom has finished.
Winterizing: A good 2-3" layer of mulch is recommended.
Maintenance: Blooms on both old and new wood, so it should only be pruned after their spring bloom. A light trim will neaten the appearance and encourage new growth.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I received this rather expensive twig of a plant September 17th 2025. I planted it according to the instructions and I am not an inexperienced gardner but its totally dead, not dormant, dead..... the azealea that they sent me on the first try instead of the Mis Kim Lilac is thriving..... I am so disappointed but I guess I missed the 60 day window as the plant totally kicked after that date.... I live in GA its not harsh weather but I did protect it on the frosty days, I am just sad about the whole thing, it was my choice of a birthday present for 66 trips around the sun....
We’re sorry you’re having trouble with your plants! Our fall guarantee covers plants received after September 1 until May 2026, so we have you covered. Please send your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
I made an order and the address gets changed to a similar address 5 miles away. I place a second order and they do the same. AND THERE IS NOONE, NOWHERE TO CORRECT THIS. If you buy, pray they get it right.
Hi Tom, we're sorry to hear about the delivery issues. Please contact our customer service team at [email protected] so we can resolve this and ensure your orders reach the correct address. Thank you for your patience.
I have lost and replaced one and I am worried about a few more. The leaves are curling up like a canoe . I have been watering them every other day and have
mulched them. I am baffled with what I am doing wrong.
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Please contact us at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants so we can better assist you. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
Oit was a gift and vvery welm.liked
Plant came in great shape planted it and with the crazy weather we have been having here in the Northeast we had frost two nights in a row, it made it and seem to be doing great.
Received on time and looks very healthy
Still going- its presently looking a little sad and dried up but I am hoping it will bounce back in the spring
Looks in great condition and super excited to plant. Thank you
Very healthy plants and received in great condition! Very satisfied!
Plants arrived safely, and were very well packaged. Healthy also! Highly recommend, thk you!
Came well packed and got here fast!
Plants arrived on schedule. They are planted and doing fine.
I was so impressed when my plants arrived. I don’t know what I was expecting but it wasn’t this. These plants look so much better than plants in my local stores/nurseries. I’ve planted them and they’re doing well. I’m looking forward to the first bloom. Thank you.
They are doing ok...one is dying already....but I Cant wait to see them grow up and bloom
My Baby Kim arrived healthy, happy and is growing into a lovely plant in my garden.
So far they seem to be doing well. Looking forward to seeing them bloom next year.
My lilac, Miss Kim has been growing and has a bud on it. Exciting!!!
Baby Kim® Lilac
The plants arrived looking healthy and they've thrived do far. It's too early to expect flowers.
Excited to see how nice this will look once it gets big enough to bloom. Had to take it out of direct sunlight, here in Texas, the sun is brutal and have killed many a plant. Especially afternoon sun. The leaves were scorched, so now she sits where the shade creeps in early afternoon. Just moved it yesterday, so I am hoping it works out!
Plant arrived in wonderful condition. A very healthy looking plant. Very pleased with it as I pulled it out of the shipping box. It hasn't grown much since planting but I wouldn't expect that as I do think lilacs are a little on the slow side for growing. But it is still in excellent shape. Can't wait to see if we get some blooms on it next year!
Can this plant do ok in a patio pot?
Yes, you can plant Baby Kim® Lilac in container! This lilac is a dwarf variety that has a naturally tidy habit.
How soon is delivery to zip code 63366?
Our shipments go out within three business days of the date you select. Amount of time for you to receive your order after it ships depends on your distance from Grand Haven, Michigan.
Is it evergreen?
The Baby Kim® Lilac is not an evergreen plant. It is a deciduous shrub, which means it will lose its leaves in the fall and go dormant during the winter months. In the spring, it will put on new growth and produce its delightful fragrant flowers!
what size are the plants when they arrive?
Hi! Plant size varies widely depending on the variety that you purchase and the time of year. The important thing when it comes to purchasing plants, whether online or in a garden center, is that they have a full, robust root system, and that's what we prioritize in our growing. The more roots a plant has, the more energy it can put into growing once it is planted in your garden.
I live in Zone 7b. What does the “b” stand for?
Thank you for contacting us. If you are in 7b means you are on the boarder to zone 8a. If you are 7a then you are on the boarder to zone 6b which is 10 to 15 degrees difference according to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
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