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Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) vs Majestic Magenta Phlox

Syringa pubescens ssp. patula

Phlox Majestic Magenta

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Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac)
Majestic Magenta Phlox

Manchurian Lilac (aka Korean Lilac) is a medium-sized shrub that features fragrant clusters of pale purple flowers in late spring.

Manchurian Lilac is less affected by disease than other lilacs and will create a beautiful border, hedge, or privacy screen. If you are looking for a lilac for your shelterbelt, consider Common Purple Lilac or Villosa Lilac first.

The Majestic Magenta is a compact ground cover plant that blooms with small, rich magenta flowers in early to mid spring. In spring expect an abundance of these star-shaped flowers.

The Majestic Magenta attracts the attention of birds and butterflies and this plant is popular for it’s low maintenance and salt-tolerance.

Manchurian Lilac (Korean Lilac) Quick Facts

Majestic Magenta Phlox Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 0.2 m (0.5 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Suckering: none
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: red and purple
Flowers: pale purple
Flowers: small, magenta
Berries: red-pink berries
Harvest: mid July
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: korean lilac