Q: Around seven years ago I was given a lilac plant, which I planted in our back yard. It gets several hours of direct sun each day. The leaves have always had a healthy green with no mold. It is ...

Here’s how to help your asparagus plants and lilac bushes By Charlie Giedeman. For the News-Democrat . April 27, 2017 8:00 AM.

Q: I have an ever-blooming lilac bush that I would like to give to my daughter. Can this be cut back? If so, when? And how far may it be cut back? I also have a burning bush. It began turning in June.

Like all plants, finding the right location to plant a lilac will be key to the future health of the plant. Lilacs require full sun locations with a minimum of 6 hours of sun each day.

While older lilacs can grow into large, gangling shrubs that top out around 10 feet tall, a Bloomerang lilac stays more compact at about 4 or 5 feet tall and wide. Where to Plant Bloomerang Lilac.

Lilac bushes are not only fragrant, but they also add interest and color to any landscape, re-blooming year after year. Known as some of the hardiest shrubs around, lilacs are low-maintenance and ...