Plant species 2024, September

Lilac is not suitable for a shady location, it prefers the sun. However, there are a number of shade-tolerant flowering shrubs

Lilacs require little care as long as they are in the right location. Container specimens require more attention

After flowering, you should prune the lilac, but not too much. Basically, the shrub does not need any radical pruning

Lilac (Syringa) can also be kept and cared for very well in a pot, especially when it comes to small varieties

The lilac is neither a deep nor a shallow rooter, as its roots grow both deep and wide

Several lilacs planted close together create a beautiful, opaque hedge that blooms beautifully in spring

Like every living creature, lilacs are not immune to diseases. Fungi or bacteria are usually the cause; viral diseases are rare

If space in the garden or in the pot is limited, you can keep the lilac small by taking appropriate measures. It is better to plant dwarf lilacs

If the lilac leaves droop, there could be various reasons behind it. You can find out what you can do about it in this article

Fungal infestation on lilacs is quite common due to their susceptibility. Tips and information on how to successfully fight an infection

When the lilacs bloom, spring is really here. Which care measures are important for the flowering tree?

A lilac looks particularly distinctive if you train it not as a shrub, but as a standard tree. Planting and cutting instructions

Lilac is sufficiently hardy and does not need any protection in winter - unless it is a young plant or one cultivated in a pot

In contrast to a lilac bush, you should cut a standard tree regularly. The root shoots in particular must be removed

Unfortunately, lilacs cannot be grown indoors, but their flower shoots make wonderful decorations for the vase

Lilacs are best planted in early fall when the ground is still warm. A training cut ensures the correct shape

The lilac forms the buds for next year's flowers in the summer months of the previous year

Lilacs have a very long lifespan and can generally live for several decades - especially in a suitable location and with good care

Unfortunately, there is not (yet) a lilac variety that does not form runners. But there are a few methods to control the shoots

The height of individual lilacs depends on their type and variety. Some of the trees can grow up to 600 centimeters high, others can only reach 150

Lilac is one of the most popular garden trees and is currently experiencing a renaissance thanks to new varieties. Find out everything you need to know in the profile

Lilac needs a sunny location that can be airy. Also make sure that the soil is calcareous, well-drained

Even a he althy lilac is not immune to pest infestation. Some, like the leaf miner, are common and can cause a lot of damage

While younger lilacs can be transplanted well, an old one can make this difficult. Instructions and tips for successful transplanting

Unfortunately, the beautifully blooming lilacs don't last long in the vase. With our tips you can enjoy a bouquet for longer

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Lilacs develop numerous root runners. To prevent these from getting out of hand, you must remove them completely

If a lilac is not cut for years, it becomes old: baldness and a lack of flowering are the consequences. However, you can rejuvenate the shrub

If you want to propagate lilacs by variety, you can't avoid refining them, especially with many noble varieties. We'll explain how it works

The lilac develops a dense felt of fine roots that extend for meters around the main trunk. This is difficult to remove

It's not that difficult to cut pure cuttings from a lilac and let them grow roots

Are your lilacs not growing? Then it is probably in the wrong location and should be transplanted as quickly as possible

When planting a lilac, it makes sense to install a root barrier at the same time. This will prevent the roots from spreading uncontrollably

Are your lilacs not sprouting? Then there are often problems in the root area, such as voles or a fungal infection

If the lilac dries up, this can have different causes. Often the roots are damaged or affected or there is an infection

If the lilac has faded, grab scissors and a saw. Now it is time to remove dead wood, old, diseased and dry wood

If the lilac loses its leaves in autumn, it is completely normal. However, during the summer there is a serious reason behind it

A pretty eye-catcher both in the garden and in the pot is a dwarf lilac on a trunk. However, such a standard tree needs a lot of care

In contrast to buddleia, lilac is hardy and does not require any additional protection. However, it can freeze back in very cold winters

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