Botanical profile

Syringa meyeri 'Pearl Potion'

Latin name
Syringa meyeri 'Pearl Potion'
Common name
Meyer's Lilac 'Pearl Potion'
Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae

Syringa meyeri 'Pearl Potion', known as Pearl Potion Dwarf Lilac, is a compact shrub highly valued for its fragrant blooms and ideal size for small gardens. This variety forms a dense, rounded shrub with short branches adorned with small, glossy dark green leaves. In spring, it produces numerous panicles of dark pink buds that open into delicately fragrant pale lavender flowers. The abundant blooms attract pollinators and brighten spring flower beds. Thanks to its compact growth and great hardiness, Syringa meyeri 'Pearl Potion' is perfect for borders, mass plantings, low hedges, or container growing on patios.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Discrete brown capsules with no ornamental value
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
average
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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