Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim' ~ Miss Kim Manchurian Lilac mediterranean IMAGE: Andy Mabbett

IMAGE: Andy Mabbett

Major Wheeler Coral Honeysuckle is a contained long-season twinning semi-evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and heavy blooms

COMPANION PLANTS:  Japanese Forest Grass

and the willowy green stems are attractive in winter

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Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim' ~ Miss Kim Manchurian Lilac mediterranean IMAGE: Andy MabbettMiss Kim Manchurian Lilac is a compact upright deciduous shrub with dark green foliage that turns burgundy in fall. Panicles of fragrant starry flowers with white faces and lavender to icy blue bases bloom in mid spring. Best flowering with full sun and rich, moist well drained neutral soils. Type: Shrub Height: 4' 9' Spread: 5 7' Spacing: 6 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: White+Purple Season of Interest: Spring, Fall