Lilacs are such a bright spot in spring, serving as a reminder to us that warmer days are ahead. If you are approaching a garden or neighborhood with blooming lilacs, you’re sure to smell them before ...

Q: We have a large tree-form lilac that needs to be trimmed back quite significantly. I can’t trim very far before I cut off a lot of leaves. What’s the best way to do this? Should I be concerned that ...

MANY PEOPLE LOVE lilac trees, mostly for their scent. However, if you don’t get the right variety and care for it properly, growing a lilac can be a frustrating experience. In the first place, not all ...

Q: My 3-year-old lilac tree is doing so well and almost in full bloom. It’s still low and very bushy. My question is: When it’s done blooming, can I prune it? How do I do this? Also, please tell me a ...

Lilacs are easy to grow in our region, but they’re not completely foolproof. To keep them looking great at flowering at their best, there are a few simple rules to follow. Pruning isn’t necessary — ...

Q: I planted a lilac tree in my backyard about 10 years ago. The yard is small and relatively shady, although the tree does receive some sun each day. One big Norway maple and a number of smaller ones ...

A desire to tidy up the garden and do something outdoors — even before anything much is really happening there yet, garden-wise — drives many of us out to prune now. Good. March is a fine time for ...