The lilac flower, native to Western Asia and Southern Europe, is a member of the Oleaceae family. Lilac, which is a very durable flower, is one of the indispensables of gardens and balconies, especially due to its beautiful appearance. The scent of lilac is evident in any environment and this beautiful flower can grow even under difficult conditions.
Features of Lilac Flower
**Lilacs often appear as shrubs. They can be up to 3-4 meters in length.
**Lilac flowers, which have a unique color, are in the form of clusters and are usually in shades of pink, red, purple and magenta. The tone of the flower color is related to the acidity of the soil, just like the hydrangea flowers. **The lilac plant sheds its green leaves in winter. These leaves need to be protected from aphids. **If you want to grow lilacs, you need moist soils.
The lilac plant is resistant to harsh weather conditions. They can survive against very cold and very hot weather. In other words, they can live both in the desert climate and in cold temperatures reaching -40's.
Lilac, which is not a very troublesome plant, prefers to live in places with plenty of sunlight. However, it continues to bloom even if there is not enough sun. Can also adapt to shade
''Like any plant, lilac should be pruned regularly. Cleaning wilting flowers and drying branches from the plant is very important in the formation of new flowers. If your lilacs are not blooming, it may be due to insufficient pruning.''
Things to consider when pruning lilacs; flowering time should be expected to pass. After the flowers are finished, pruning should be done by cutting right from the place where the flower ends, under the first leaf. You should not prune before the flowers are finished, as this can damage the bloom. If you prune thin branches and shoots while pruning, you can prevent flowering.
Does Lilac Grow in Pots?
Lilac flower can be easily grown in pots in homes and balconies. However, it requires some special care. For example, the fact that the soil in the pot is too full bothers the lilac. For this reason, he likes to live in large pots. You need to protect your potted lilac flower from cold in winter and extreme heat in summer. At the same time, it is important to keep your plant away from direct air flow, air conditioners and heaters for the longevity of your plant.
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