shrub

Bloomerang Purpink Lilac

Syringa pubescens 'Bloomerang Purpink'

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

42 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7

Water

Medium

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Long-lived shrub

Native To

Hybrid (Asian parentage)

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Lilacs are classic deciduous shrubs cherished for their intensely fragrant, conical flower panicles that bloom in spring. They are hardy, long-lived, and relatively easy to grow in cooler climates. The Bloomerang series are revolutionary reblooming lilacs. They produce a heavy flush of flowers in spring, then after a brief rest, continue to produce flowers from mid-summer until the first frost. 'Purpink' has unique pink-purple blooms on a compact plant.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

This shrub provides the classic beauty and fragrance of lilacs not just for a few weeks in spring, but throughout the summer and into fall. Its compact size and attractive pink-purple flowers make it a standout in any garden.

Its small, rounded habit makes it perfect for foundation plantings, low hedges, mixed borders, or even large containers where traditional lilacs would be too large. It is also an excellent, fragrant cut flower.

The extended blooming season provides a long-term nectar source for pollinators like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, supporting them from spring through fall.

Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with at least 6 hours of direct sun.
Plant in well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot.
Set the plant at the same depth it was in the container.
Backfill with soil and water well.
Mulch around the base to keep roots cool and moist.

Pro Tip

For best rebloom, give the plant a light trim and remove spent flowers right after the main spring flush finishes.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide full sun for the best flower production.
Ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.
Trim lightly after the spring bloom to shape and encourage more flowers.

Don't

Do not plant in wet or poorly drained soil.
Avoid overly acidic soil conditions; lilacs prefer neutral to alkaline pH.
Do not prune in late summer or fall, as you will remove the following spring's flower buds.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Compact foundation plantingFragrant low hedge or borderContainer specimen for patios

Companion Plants

Paeonia Nepeta x faassenii Iris germanica Echinacea purpurea Salvia nemorosa

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Bloomerang Purpink Lilac questions

What zones can Bloomerang Purpink Lilac grow in?

Bloomerang Purpink Lilac is hardy in USDA Zones 4–7. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Bloomerang Purpink Lilac deer resistant?

Yes — Bloomerang Purpink Lilac is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Bloomerang Purpink Lilac bloom?

Bloomerang Purpink Lilac typically blooms in mid-spring through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Bloomerang Purpink Lilac need full sun?

Bloomerang Purpink Lilac does best in full sun (6+ hours).