Generally shade trees should have one dominant leader ... See page 5 of our online publication, Pruning Ornamental Plants. Question: My lilacs’ leaves are about 1/10 normal size and didn ...

Palibin Meyer lilac (Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’) blooms slightly later and can tolerate a bit more shade than old-fashioned common lilac (Syringa vulgaris). If a lilac needs to be pruned ...

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What can I do? – Laura Johnson, Glyndon, Minn. A: When older lilacs fail to flower, the most common cause is shade and competition. Lilacs require full sun for best bloom. If lilacs are in a ...