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2 days ago · Lilacs are stunning shrubs with a rich history and many varieties. They boast fragrant, colorful flowers and have specific growth patterns. Origins and History. Lilacs have a long, vibrant history. They originate from the Balkan Peninsula in eastern Europe. The common lilac, Syringa vulgaris, is native to rocky slopes and hills in this region.
21 hours ago · This species is extremely popular as a ground cover thanks to its dense growth, glossy green leaves, pinkish-red buds, and the lilac-to-deep-blue flowers that carpet the plant all spring. Nature Hills carries this Ceanothus species in #1 containers if it sounds perfect for your space. Ray Hartman
2 days ago · Indian lilac: 5 plants to combine to prevent the appearance of powdery mildew. Indian lilac is a gorgeous plant – but can fall victim to sickness. Planting with other flowers can remove the risk. 🌸 Indian lilac, or Lagerstroemia indica, blooms from midsummer to autumn and is notable for its colourful foliage and decorative trunk. 🌿 To ...
4 days ago · Young lilacs can be lightly pruned to keep them in shape, within bounds, and producing abundant flowers. Older plants may require a hard pruning almost to the ground to rejuvenate the plant and produce more flowers. Flower buds on early blooming varieties can be damaged by a late freeze.
21 hours ago · Fertilize lilacs in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which can promote leaf growth at the expense of flowers. Common Issues with Lilacs Powdery Mildew. This fungal disease appears as a white, powdery coating on leaves and can affect lilac health and blooming.
5 days ago · Lilium ( / ˈlɪliəm / LIL-ee-əm) [3] is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants growing from bulbs, all with large and often prominent flowers. They are the true lilies. Lilies are a group of flowering plants which are important in culture and literature in much of the world.
3 days ago · Lilacs are one of the most beloved spring-flowering shrubs lighting up gardens with their fragrant blooms in shades of purple, pink and white. But sometimes those gorgeous blooms are followed by frustration, as the leaves turn brown and drop prematurely.
