Lilacs are such a bright spot in spring, serving as a reminder to us that warmer days are ahead. If you are approaching a garden or neighborhood with blooming lilacs, you’re sure to smell them before ...

Late April and early May in the Northwest are high season for all kinds of lilacs. They are coming into full bloom and their heavenly fragrance is enough to put even this cantankerous gardener into a ...

Not only are our gardens bursting with color right now, they are also giving off heavenly fragrances that sweep away the last vestiges of winter doldrums and COVID blues. Right now, Spokane’s namesake ...

The plant: Lilac vine is native to Australia, where gardeners like to call it “false sarsaparilla” or “native lilac.” It reminds some of us in the Valley of the wisterias we left behind in our gardens ...

A: When depends on the growth stage of the plants you ultimately buy. If the plants are dormant - either potted or bare root - they safely can be planted as soon as you can get into the ground. A mild ...

12:03, Wed, Nov 2, 2016 Updated: 12:23, Wed, Nov 2, 2016 Lilacs are divine in spring, their perfume drenched panicles smother heart-shaped foliage and epitomise all that’s beautiful and fresh during ...

If there’s one tree known for its scent, it has to be a lilac and the Lilac ‘Palibin’ Standard features in You Garden’s offers this week.

Q: I see some plant tags say “standard” on species like lilac, rose and hydrangea. What does that mean? A: When a shrub that is normally multi-stemmed and rounded/mounding in its growth habit is ...

Lilac vine is native to Australia, where gardeners like to call it “false sarsaparilla” or “native lilac.” It reminds some of us in the Valley of the wisterias we left behind in our gardens back home.