
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
Baby Kim® Lilac (Syringa x ) is a third of the size of the common lilac, but still has glossy green leaves. In mid to late spring, lovely, fragrant, lavender blooms cover the plant. These flowers do not fade to white but retain their lavender color throughout their lives.
This plant is rarely bothered by deer or disease. It attracts butterflies and other pollinators. It can be used as a border, a cut flower, in a container, as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, and in the landscape. It will form a nice hedge so can be planted along the foundation. Baby Kim® Lilac is very cold hardy. In fact, it needs a period of cold to stimulate it to bloom. You can grow it in zones 3a to 8b. Baby Kim® Lilacs are originally from Europe and temperate Asia.
Baby Kim® Lilac Care
Baby Kim® Lilacs should be planted in full sun. They require well-drained alkaline soil to do well. They do not tolerate soggy feet. They do, however, require an average amount of water. Fertilize Baby Kim® Lilac with a slow-release fertilizer made for alkaline loving plants in the spring, right as new growth comes out.
These Lilacs do not usually need pruning, but they can be pruned right after they bloom. They only bloom on old wood and if you prune at the wrong time, you will reduce the number of blooms the following year.
Baby Kim® Lilac Spacing
Baby Kim® Lilac is a dwarf lilac so it only grows 24-36 inches. It only spreads 30-36 inches wide. This small shrub can be tucked in anywhere it will get enough sun. Allow 30-36 inches between plants so Baby Kim® Lilac gets good air circulation, which helps prevent disease.
Baby Kim® Lilac Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
Plant Type: Shrub |
Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun |
Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
Mature Width: 3 Feet |
Plant Spacing: 2.5 - 3 Feet |
Growth Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): Purple |
Seasonal Interest: Mid Spring Late Spring |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Attracts: Butterflies |
Resists: Deer, Disease |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
Uses: Border Plant Container Cut Flower Good for Screening Landscape Mass Planting Specimen or Focal Point |
Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
Botanical/Scientific Name: Syringa x 'SMNSDTP' USPPAF, Can PBRAF |
- SKU:
- SYRBK
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 31th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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