Frequently Asked Questions

Q.....Do you have _________ Lilac for sale ?

A..... All the Lilacs we have for sale are listed on this page Lilac Plants.
         If the Lilac you are looking for is not shown or does not have a wagon associated         with it then we do not have it for sale.

Q.....When will you have _________Lilac for sale ?
A......When it is shown with a wagon associated with it on this page Lilac Plants.

Q.....How do I make my Lilac bloom ?
A.....Read this page Lilac Care


Q.....Which Lilac bushes can be used for a hedge?
A.....Any of them.

Q.....Can I plant my Lilac in the shade ?
A.....Read this page
Lilac Care

Q.....Where should I plant my Lilac?
A.....Read this page
Choosing Lilacs

Q.....Can I keep a dwarf Lilac in a pot indoors ?
A.....You can if you want but the plant won't like it and may just give up.
       Lilacs are cold hardy and need a cold dormant time on a yearly basis.

Q.....Can I keep a dwarf Lilac in a pot outdoors ?
A.....Possibly, but it is not recommended.

Q.....Is it OK to use a high nitrogen fertilizer on Lilac bushes to get them growing fast ?
A.....Read this page Lilac Care. You will get lush green growth with high nitrogen fertilizers        but it may be at the expense of flowers. A bloom fertilizer - 15-30-15 is ideal.

Q.....Do I have to prune the old flowers off my Lilac ?
A.....Yes.

Q.....I live in Miami can I have a Lilac bush ?
A.....Sure, but it won't ever bloom. Lilacs need a cold dormant time preferably below 32        degrees for four to six weeks.

Q.....I have a Lilac bush but can't remember the name of it. If I send you a flower or a        picture can you identify it for me ?
A.....No. Please check the Lilac Photos page for possible ID's.

Choosing Lilacs
Lilac Care

Lilac Plants
Lilac Photos