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Syringa vulgaris is a large deciduous shrub or multi-stemmed small tree, growing to 6–7 m (20–23 ft) high. It produces secondary shoots from the base or roots, with stem diameters up to 20 cm (8 in), which in the course of decades may produce a small clonal thicket. [1]
Pekin lilacs have arching branches and ovate dark green leaves that are 2 to 4 inches (51 to 102 mm) long. They have yellowish-white flowers that bloom in panicles up to 6 inches (150 mm) long. The panicles change over to loose clusters of brown capsules. The bark is a red-brown color. They grow well in moist, well-drained soil.
As late as we are in the growing season, don’t tempt fate by planting tender plants now. That would include St. Augustine sod, and it would include Zone 8 shrubs such as gardenias, oleanders ...
The Miss Kim lilac (Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim') is a cultivar of lilac which was selected by Elwyn M. Meader while stationed in Korea as an army horticulturist. [1] It was supposedly named after Elwyn M. Meader's Korean helper, whose name was Kim. [ 2 ]
"The easiest way to do this is to put the pots outside and let Mother Nature do her thing," says Montgomery. "You can insulate them with a pile of leaves or mulch." Protect outdoor bulbs from ...
The Farmers' Almanac recently unveiled its forecast for the 2024-25 winter in Texas. For the most part, the season should be mild. Will Texas freeze again in 2024?
Lilacs grow most successfully in well-drained soils, particularly those based on chalk. [20] They flower on old wood, and produce more flowers if unpruned. If pruned, the plant responds by producing fast-growing young vegetative growth with no flowers, in an attempt to restore the removed branches. Lilac bushes can be prone to powdery mildew ...
Grapes are pruned heavily each winter by removing 80% to 85% of their cane growth. Granted, by doing so you’ll reduce the numbers of clusters of grapes, but you’ll greatly improve the quality ...