Lilac Bushes

Question

When should you prune Lilac bushes, approx 1 year old – spring, summer, fall or anytime?

Answer 1

Lilacs should generally be pruned just after they've finished flowering in the late spring/early summer. But your young lilac may not need pruning yet. This article explains it all:

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