Lilac is one of the woody plants that is probably planted in every garden. The often purple or white flowering plant can also be found in parks and along railway lines. Syringa, as the flowering plant is scientifically called, is considered robust and easy to care for. Of course, this also applies to your water needs.
When and how should you water lilacs?
Lilacs should be freshly planted or transplanted and watered regularly without making the soil wet. During periods of drought, especially during budding and flowering, additional water is necessary. Lilacs grown in containers must be kept evenly moist without causing waterlogging.
When you should water lilacs - and when it is not necessary
Although planted lilacs do not necessarily need additional watering, this could be useful for freshly planted young plants, and not only in dry times. Once planted, a young lilac will grow more quickly, but you shouldn't overdo it with watering: the soil should be slightly moist, but not wet. Waterlogging is harmful and leads to root rot. Even after transplanting, additional watering makes sense for the reason described, otherwise a he althy lilac only needs additional water during the drought phase - especially during budding and flowering.
Tip
You should of course keep lilacs cultivated in pots evenly moist, after all, these specimens cannot take care of themselves. But waterlogging should also be avoided here.
