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Syringa pubescens subsp. microphylla 'Superba' | Suberba Little Leaf Lilac

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DESCRIPTION
Syringa pubescens subsp. microphylla ‘Superba’ is a deciduous lilac with small, dark green leaves on fine, twiggy branching that gives the plant a soft, airy texture. In late spring to early summer, it carries loose panicles of fragrant, rosy-pink, long-tubed flowers that perfume the garden and draw early pollinators.

This cultivar is a garden selection of the littleleaf lilac, a species native to China, and it is widely grown for reliable flowering and good ornamental foliage through the season. After the main spring flush, ‘Superba’ often produces a lighter repeat bloom in late summer or early fall, extending its seasonal interest and making it a useful choice near paths and outdoor seating.

DESCRIPTION
Syringa pubescens subsp. microphylla ‘Superba’ is a deciduous lilac with small, dark green leaves on fine, twiggy branching that gives the plant a soft, airy texture. In late spring to early summer, it carries loose panicles of fragrant, rosy-pink, long-tubed flowers that perfume the garden and draw early pollinators.

This cultivar is a garden selection of the littleleaf lilac, a species native to China, and it is widely grown for reliable flowering and good ornamental foliage through the season. After the main spring flush, ‘Superba’ often produces a lighter repeat bloom in late summer or early fall, extending its seasonal interest and making it a useful choice near paths and outdoor seating.

  • Family: Oleaceae
    Height: 5 to 8 ft
    Width: 8 to 14 ft
    Foliage color: Deciduous medium green leaves
    Flower color: Rosy pink to deep pink, very fragrant flower clusters
    Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer, with possible rebloom in late summer to early fall
    Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
    Water requirements: Low to moderate
    Maintenance: Low to moderate; prune immediately after flowering to shape and remove spent clusters
    Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 7
    Wildlife attractors: Fragrant blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

    This plant can be seen at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens.

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Sun Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Foundation Plantings
    ‍ ‍ ● Fragrant Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Pollinator Gardens

    Companion Plants:
         Larkspur               Windflower
         Hardy mum           Fountain grass
         Candytuft              Columbine

    Design Tip:
    Take advantage of ‘Superba’s’ unusually broad habit by using it to visually bridge taller shrubs and lower perennial plantings. Its fine branching and small leaves create a softer transition between those different scales, while the fragrant pink flowers add a strong seasonal highlight.