Lilac care guide
Syringa vulgaris
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7d
Water
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365d
Feed
📏
300-700cm
Height
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H6
Hardy
About Lilac
Lilacs are beloved deciduous shrubs in the UK, famed for their abundant, fragrant flower clusters in late spring. They are a classic choice for cottage gardens and mixed borders, thriving in the temperate British climate. Their sweet scent is a quintessential sign of early summer.
Outdoor garden plant. Shrub. Typically flowers around May, Jun.
How to care for Lilac
💧 Watering
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting. Established plants are fairly drought-tolerant.
🌿 Feeding
Apply a balanced general-purpose fertiliser in early spring, especially for younger plants or those in poor soil.
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