Syringa vulgaris var. alba
This hardy, vigorous shrub is the white version of the old-fashioned favorite. It has attractive foliage, single white flowers, and makes a great informal hedge or screen. Rarely to never fed on by Japanese beetles.
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’
This dwarf variety has an excellent uniform habit and red-purple buds that open to fragrant, single, pale lilac flowers. Previously known as Syringa palibiniana, it bears profuse blooms at an early age.
Syringa x ‘Jeflady’
In late spring, the dark pink buds open to lilac pink, with a heady fragrance that will tickle your nose! The foliage is a nice fresh green. The mature size makes this plant perfect for foundation plantings, but it can also be used en masse, or as an informal hedge where you don’t need a lot of height. At maturity, it is about half the size of ‘Miss Kim’. Rock solid hardy, it was bred on the northern plains of North America and will thrive even in zone 2.
Syringa Virtual Violet
With shiny violet new leaves, deep purple stems, raspberry-purple buds and fragrant violet flowers, Virtual Violet is aptly named. Leaf petioles remain violet well into the summer. The habit is upright instead of rounded and compact. The dense habit makes it a great choice for a hedge in smaller spaces as well as a welcome addition to foundation plantings. Remarkably mildew-free.
Syringa pubescens subsp. patula ‘Miss Kim’
This hardy lilac from Korea has purple buds that open to single, fragrant, pale lilac flowers when other lilacs have finished. Beautiful burgundy-red fall color.
Philadelphus lewisii ‘Blizzard’
Blooms in June for up to 4 weeks with single, white fragrant flowers borne in clusters. It forms a medium-sized upright shrub that is tolerant of full sun. The name Blizzard was chosen for both the profuse amount of spring bloom and the extreme winter hardiness of this fine plant.
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Darkstar’
Big dark purple, almost black, foliage provides wonderful contrast in the garden. The well-branched, compact plant features white flowers in summer, followed by attractive red fruit. A wonderful way to add variety to shrub borders. Deciduous.
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘ZLEMichael’
With bright yellow leaves, Lucky Devil® Ninebark is a spectacular shrub to serve as a focal point, informal hedge or along the foundation of your home. With a mature size of 3-4′ tall and wide, beautiful white blooms in spring and orange fall color, this compact shrub is a multi-season wonder in cool and moderate climates. While some yellow-leafed plants may bleach out in full sun, Lucky Devil® maintains its bright color to capture attention and serve as a strong accent to other plants in the landscape.