After a long, harsh winter, Upstate New York’s flower festivals offer a colorful reprieve, and one has just been recognized among the best in the country. Rochester’s Lilac Festival ranked No. 4 on ...

An in-depth view into the life of Lilac-breasted rollers. From physical appearance to tips for birdwatchers, this article has it all ...

Learning how to grow lilac in pots is a good idea if you are looking to elevate container displays in compact yards. While ...

We grew autumn-fruiting 'Joan J' in pots alongside the varieties sold as patio raspberries. Most of the varieties we grew that were sold as suitable for growing in containers simply didn’t produce ...

Lilacs are a favorite among urban gardeners for their vibrant blooms and intoxicating scent. Cultivating them in the confines of tiny urban courtyards can be a fulfilling challenge. You just need ...

This later-flowering 1990s hybrid, between M. brooklynensis ‘Woodsman’ x M. ‘Tina Durio’, has rose-pink flowers. The eight or so tepals splay widely and the flowers are highly scented.

There are are many lilac varieties to choose from – some are compact and are suitable for smaller gardens or pots, while larger types can be grown as a standalone specimen in a lawn or at the back of ...

and the fragrant scents of multiple lilac varieties. Highland Park has the largest collection of lilacs in the northeast. Vendors, artists, and sponsors can apply to take part in the 2025 festival ...