Growing lilacs can provide continuous fragrance

Lilacs are a popular shrub that blooms in spring and lasts for many years. They are loved for their fragrant flowers, which come in shades of white, pink, and deep purple.

Lilacs originally come from Eastern Europe and Asia. The name Syringa comes from Greek, meaning pipe or tube. This name refers to the hollow stems of the lilac.

In a garden, lilacs work well as hedges, foundation plants, stand-alone specimens, or in large groups. They usually bloom for 10 to 14 days, depending on the weather. Their sweet smell is easy to recognize.

Lilacs also serve as homes for small birds and help attract bees and butterflies for pollination.

Like other spring shrubs, lilacs prepare flower buds the year after they bloom. To keep them healthy and encourage more flowers, it’s best to deadhead the flowers right after they fade. This helps the plant develop good buds for the next year’s bloom.

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