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‘Prairie Petite’
Lilac
Syringa vulgaris
'Prairie Petite'
![A tree form specimen of Prairie Petite lilac in bloom](https://springmeadownursery.com/files/plant_images/Syringa%20Prairie%20Petite%201.jpg)
![The deep purple blooms on Prairire Petite lilac](https://springmeadownursery.com/files/plant_images/Syringa%20Prairie%20Petite%202.jpg)
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Deer resistant
- Description
A dwarf lilac with light pink flowers that are held neat and upright. The flowers fade to lavender as they age.
![](https://springmeadownursery.com/files/habit_icons/Habit%20Icon%20Syringa%20Prairie%20Petite.jpg)
- USDA Zone
- 2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
- Exposure
- Full sun
- Height
- 3 - 4'
- Width
- 3 - 4'
- Finish Time
- 1 season
- Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Time
- Early-mid spring
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Foliage Color
- Green
- Liner Sizes
- 2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn,
General Care
Soil
Prefers neutral to alkaline soils, but is fairly adaptable. Good drainage is imperative.Pruning
Blooms on old wood - prune after flowering if desired.Uses
Hedges; mixed borders; foundation plantings; specimen.Growing Tips
Plant in full sun and with good air circulation for best performance. Deadheading is beneficial but not required.Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil
Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage
Features: Cut flower, Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Alkaline soil, Clay soil
Filters: Botanical genus: Syringa, Common name: Lilac, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage