Lilacs

If you love lilacs you may not know that there are a number of different types, in shades of pink, purple, and white. Some boast delicate blossoms while others dazzle with double petaled blooms. There are majestic tree types and compact shrubs suitable for container growing. Discover 23 of the best lilac varieties now.

With beautiful, scented flowers in rich colors, lilacs are a treat in the spring garden, but their size can make them unsuitable for smaller spaces. But you can find dwarf varieties that give you all the grace of standard lilacs but in a more compact form. Learn about 15 of the best dwarf lilac varieties in this guide.

Lilacs are some of the best perennial flowering shrubs for cold regions, and easily handle freezing temperatures. But a bit of preparation ahead of winter can help to prevent damage such as heaving roots, limb breakage, or bud kill from a late freeze. Learn how to winterize lilac shrubs in this guide. Read more now.

Lilacs are a garden favorite. The flowers smell lovely, and the plants are known for being tough and low-maintenance. But they aren’t totally immune to issues. When lilac diseases strike, they can spell disaster for your plants. Learn how to identify and address the seven most common lilac diseases in this guide.

With gorgeous purple flowers and a sweet perfume, lilacs are a classic in the spring garden and easily cultivated throughout the landscape. New cultivars make it possible to enjoy these beautiful woody shrubs even in areas with mild winters! Read our guide now for all the details on how to grow lilacs.

If you love lilac shrubs but haven’t tried growing a lilac tree before, now’s the time to plant a Japanese tree lilac in your yard. These lovely trees grow tall and produce cream-white flowers every spring. In this guide, you’ll learn how to grow and care for these elegant specimens. Read more now.