Shrubs

Syringa x 'Penda'

Bloomerang® Purple lilac

Bloomerang® Purple lilac. Photo courtesy of Proven Winners.

Sweetly scented purple flowers open in spring on a neat, rounded shrub. After a pause for new growth, it flowers again from midsummer into fall. Smaller than many traditional lilacs, it fits sunny borders and foundation beds with space for its full outline.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun; at least 6 hours
Mature size: 4–5 ft. tall × 4–5 ft. wide
Water: Moderate; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–7
Bloom: Purple/pink; spring with summer–fall rebloom

Sizes & prices

#3$49.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant; not browse-proof.
Wet soil: Cannot tolerate persistently soggy soil.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Deciduous.
Fragrance: Fragrant flowers.

Growing & care

Pruning: Prune immediately after the spring bloom if needed; avoid fall, winter or early-spring cutting.
Flowering wood: Old and new growth.
Rebloom: Keep watered during new growth. Pruning is optional and may delay rebloom.

Sources & photo credits

Proven Winners

Photo: Photo courtesy of Proven Winners · Authorized nursery promotional use

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.