Lilac Trees

Question

I have 2 lilac trees ( they are bigger than bushes). They are flowering beautifully at the moment at the top. Lower down they are very woody with no leaves. How should these be pruned?

Answer 1

Common lilacs can get that way with age. They sometimes become more tree-like than shrub-like. This article can help you prune a lilac for it's best appearance
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/pruning-lilac-bushes-when-to-trim-lilac-bushes.htm