Some lilac varieties will send scents wafting across whole yards, with Syringa meyeri Palabin being among the most powerfully ...

Q: We have a large tree-form lilac that needs to be trimmed back quite significantly. I can’t trim very far before I cut off a lot of leaves. What’s the best way to do this?

When selecting plants for an outdoor space, it’s easy to let your eyes do the picking. While pots of bold, colorful flowers ...

I summarized current projects in my garden, including planting a butterfly garden, acquiring a dwarf avocado tree and adding exotic plants to the garden. That column can be reviewed from the ...

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BELOW: The fragrant Palabin lilac blooms on Long Island in this May 14, 2024, photo. Planting one along a walkway or near the house helps ensure the lovely scent wafts nearby and even into the ...

Of course, not all lilacs are the same. Syringa meyeri Palabin, the dwarf Korean cultivar I grow, is among the most powerfully fragrant. It’s suitable for zones 3-7. Other lilac varieties that ...