Leaves Not Open

Question

My 3 year old lilac got leaves this spring but they never opened. It was a cold spring. Is it dead?

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Answer 1

Very hard to see from the photo, since the plant is out of focus, but it does appear to be infected with something.

Start with a fungicide, and make sure that the plant receives proper care. These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

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