Syringa meyeri 'Palibinia' AGM, 3L Reference Books it has great gravitas due

it has great gravitas due to its solidity and to the antique appearance of the patinated surface with underlying decorative relief mouldings of foliate swags and stylised acanthus leaves around the base

the strong stems are covered with almost satin finished foliage

edged in creamy yellow and flushed rose pink during the winter months

Bright yellow to avoid loss

In June/July the flowers open dark magenta coloured

Syringa meyeri 'Palibinia' AGM, 3L Reference Books it has great gravitas dueUtterly charming panicles of purple buds, opening into a mass of tiny, deep pink flowers, cover Syringa meyeri Palibinia in early summer. A compact form of lilac, this deciduous shrub retains all the beauty, as well as the heady scent of the original, without the invasive bad manners. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.