sprout from the bottom of a lilac tree

Question

I have a sprout from the bottom of a lilac tree. The roots are small and I was curious if the roots will grow better if I put them in water first or plant right away.

Answer 1

Here is a great link about Lilac bushes.
The last paragraph is how to plant out a off shoot.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/lilac-care-growing-and-planting-lilac-bush-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/pruning-lilac-bushes-when-to-trim-lilac-bushes.htm