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Anonymous on
July 12, 2017Q.Lilacs
We live in Colorado at 7200 ft. We have lilacs that bloom in May. On a garden tour, we saw lilacs that bloomed twice in the summer. We would like to know what type of lilac bush would also bloom later than May.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 13, 2017A.Yes, there are varieties that bloom more then once.
The Korean Dwarf Lilac is a good one to try. I have two of these myself in my garden and love the blooms that come in midsummer.
You can also look for the name, Bloomerang Lilac. These are trademarked plants that also are multiple bloomers.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/dwarf-lilac-varieties.htm
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Anonymous on
July 13, 2017Q.Dwarf lilac … which is about 20 years old and has been in the same spot since originally planted
The leaves on parts of the bush just started to turn brown and dry up. What would cause this to happen. A lot of the bush is turning a darker color, which suggests more of the plant will die. Can you give me any ideas of the cause?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 14, 2017A.This could be a bacterial blight.
Here are some links that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/common-lilac-problems.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/diy-bordeaux-fungicide.htm
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Susan A Young on
July 16, 2017
42602Q.Lilac
My lilac bloomed in April. Then in May it budded out again. The buds still haven't bloomed. I thought lilac only bloomed once in the spring. Will these 2nd buds bloom or should I cut them off?
- Answered by
MichiganDot on
July 16, 2017A.Susan, your picture shows the development of seeds on the old blooms. It is recommended that your remove blooms once they fade.
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Anonymous on
July 17, 2017Q.Care for lilac shrubs in Austin, TX
I live in Austin, TX, and purchased two different varieties of lilac shrubs from Sam's Club (assuming that since they were sold here, they must grow here!). Two of the four died, but I still have one of each variety in pots, but neither is doing well. One is a Villosa shrub, but I do not know what the other one is. Some pale green leaves are curling; the other has darker leaves and look 'dusty'. I will try whatever you suggest to save these shrubs, if at all possible (remove from pots, change soil, fertilizer, etc.). At the moment, we have our 100% normal horrible July heat of 100*, heat index of 110*. ANY suggestion will be extremely welcome! Thank you. Deborah (ah2beinvt@aol.com means 'ah, to be in Vermont!')
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MichiganDot on
July 17, 2017A.Put them in the ground. Rig up some shade for the first week. Don't expect a lot of new growth this year. The plant will focus on root formation before top growth. If you are lucky, it will also form next years buds but it may take a couple years before you have blooms. I doubt the roots can feed the leaves fast enough to keep them from drying out and overheating in Tx summer. Also, your plant may be root-bound in the pot. Good luck. Lilac scent is amazing; I bring sprigs in the house every spring.
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jtaft on
July 23, 2017
Fredonia, New York, unsure 4 or 5B zone?Q.Lilacs
We have lilacs out back and they seem to have something on them. It appears that they have been sprayed with something, but they have not. There is a whitish film on the leaves and the stalks of the largest lilac has some green "dry looking moss." Is there something wrong with them? What can we do about it?
- Answered by
MichiganDot on
July 23, 2017A.Lilacs are prone to powdery mildew in hot, dry weather. If this is what is going on, it will not harm the plant's health; it just looks unsightly. The dry moss symptom has me stumpted; a picture is worth a thousand words!
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kathyq on
August 3, 2017
Boise ID 83709Q.moving a small lilac bush
3 foot lilac bush planted 1 year ago is blocking a sprinkler. When is best time to move it to a better spot
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shelley on
August 4, 2017
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/transplanting-lilacs.htm
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Xlr8tr on
August 6, 2017
Visalia Ca. 93277Q.Lilac looking deathly
Hi all. OK, I have a lilac bush,common variety purple. As you can see in the photo, it looks like it suddenly died? This condition was rendered in less than 2 weeks! Iam in Visalia Ca. 93277 what is the deal,us it over?? THANKS ALOT!!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 13, 2017A.We did not receive an image.
This link may help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/common-lilac-problems.htm
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