Newly Planted Lilacs

Lilacs were planted at our new home but I was not there when this was done, so now I don’t know how to take care of these young plants nor do I know just what they are. There are several high branches (about 3-4′ now) with very few leaves on them. Winter is coming where we will most likely have snow, so do I need to trim these new plants back before freezing weather sets in? They were planted five months ago.

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 11/12/2011 @ 12:33 pm

The best rule of thumb on pruning lilacs is to do it right after the flowers die off in the summer. Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/pruning-lilac-bushes-when-to-trim-lilac-bushes.htm ^[1]

This article will help with their general care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/lilac-care-growing-and-planting-lilac-bush-plants.htm ^[2]

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