Syringa microphylla 'Superba'

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Syringa microphylla ‘Superba’ is a compact lilac valued for its refined habit, fragrance, and extended flowering season. In late spring, rich pink buds open into softly coloured flowers with a strong, sweet scent, creating a fresh and elegant display above the small, neat foliage. Unlike larger lilacs, this variety remains naturally tidy and often produces additional flowers later in summer, adding extra interest beyond the main bloom period. With its manageable size, good disease resistance, and reliable performance in sunny positions, ‘Superba’ is an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders, or as a feature shrub where fragrance and repeat flowering are key priorities.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • Pink
Eventual Height
  • 1.5-2.5
Flowering Month
  • May
  • June
Planting Position
  • Full sun
Features
  • Deciduous
  • Scented
  • Summer flowering

How to care for Syringa microphylla 'Superba'

Light:
Full sun; flowering and repeat performance are best with plenty of direct light.

Soil:
Fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates neutral to slightly alkaline conditions. Avoid waterlogged ground.

Water:
Water during establishment and in prolonged dry spells; established plants cope well with average rainfall.

Pruning:
Lightly trim immediately after the main flowering flush to maintain shape and encourage repeat bloom. Avoid heavy pruning.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in UK conditions.

Feeding:
Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser; a light feed after flowering can support repeat blooms.

Notes

Deciduous flowering shrub

Compact, rounded habit

Smaller leaves than common lilac

Deep pink buds opening to soft pink flowers

Strong, sweet fragrance

Main flowering in late spring

Often produces repeat flowers in summer

Good resistance to mildew

Ideal for small gardens and borders

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