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The Lilac Thread
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BettyBoop2002
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I'll have a huge batch of lilac feathers if you please 
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FYI.....
Aside from Roses, there is no flower as beautiful and aromatic as Lilacs. Of the two, Lilacs have a stronger scent that carries quite a distance. Unfortunately, Lilacs bloom for only a very brief couple weeks in the spring. To prolong their presence in your yard, grow a variety of Lilacs, including, early, mid and late varieties. With variety and luck, you may be able to see Lilacs in bloom in your yard for up to six weeks. Weather will have a lot to do with how long your blooms last. Once the buds begin to open, pray for a cool dry spell. Once the blooms are over, you still have a nice shade bush, but you have to wait for up to fifty more weeks to see them again.
History:
Lilacs in the United States date back to the mid 1750's. They were grown in America's first botanical gardens and were popular in New England. Both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson grew them in their gardens. Lilac bushes can live for hundreds of years, so a bush planted at that time may still be around. Lilacs originated from Europe and Asia, with the majority of natural varieties coming from Asia. In Europe, lilacs came from the Balkans, France and Turkey.
Where is the Lilac Capital of the World? Many areas grow them and many have a wide variety in large numbers. But Rochester, N.Y. undoubtedly is the Lilac Capital of the World. It's love for Lilacs dates back to 1892 when Highland Park horticulturalist John Dunbar planted 20 varieties on the sunny southern slopes of the park. Highland Park in Rochester is the scene of an annual, two week long Lilac Festival ,with over a half a million people attending the event each year. This park has over 500 varieties of lilacs and more than 1200 lilac bushes in the parks' 155 acres.
In addition, many homes and parks in the Rochester area have one or more lilac bushes. If you take a ride along many of the Finger Lakes, you will find thousands of them along the roadside and the sweet smell will come right through your open window.
Cornwall in Ontario, Canada also boasts the "City of Lilacs" and is second only to Rochester.
Did You Know? There are over 1,000 varieties of Lilacs. They come in several colors, with the most popular being the color lilac and purple. White and pink are also popular. They also vary widely in size from the small 4 to 8 foot varieties to types that can grow up to 30 feet. So there is a variety perfect for your needs.
That's all I have...I'm out.... Q
Aside from Roses, there is no flower as beautiful and aromatic as Lilacs. Of the two, Lilacs have a stronger scent that carries quite a distance. Unfortunately, Lilacs bloom for only a very brief couple weeks in the spring. To prolong their presence in your yard, grow a variety of Lilacs, including, early, mid and late varieties. With variety and luck, you may be able to see Lilacs in bloom in your yard for up to six weeks. Weather will have a lot to do with how long your blooms last. Once the buds begin to open, pray for a cool dry spell. Once the blooms are over, you still have a nice shade bush, but you have to wait for up to fifty more weeks to see them again.
History:
Lilacs in the United States date back to the mid 1750's. They were grown in America's first botanical gardens and were popular in New England. Both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson grew them in their gardens. Lilac bushes can live for hundreds of years, so a bush planted at that time may still be around. Lilacs originated from Europe and Asia, with the majority of natural varieties coming from Asia. In Europe, lilacs came from the Balkans, France and Turkey.
Where is the Lilac Capital of the World? Many areas grow them and many have a wide variety in large numbers. But Rochester, N.Y. undoubtedly is the Lilac Capital of the World. It's love for Lilacs dates back to 1892 when Highland Park horticulturalist John Dunbar planted 20 varieties on the sunny southern slopes of the park. Highland Park in Rochester is the scene of an annual, two week long Lilac Festival ,with over a half a million people attending the event each year. This park has over 500 varieties of lilacs and more than 1200 lilac bushes in the parks' 155 acres.
In addition, many homes and parks in the Rochester area have one or more lilac bushes. If you take a ride along many of the Finger Lakes, you will find thousands of them along the roadside and the sweet smell will come right through your open window.
Cornwall in Ontario, Canada also boasts the "City of Lilacs" and is second only to Rochester.
Did You Know? There are over 1,000 varieties of Lilacs. They come in several colors, with the most popular being the color lilac and purple. White and pink are also popular. They also vary widely in size from the small 4 to 8 foot varieties to types that can grow up to 30 feet. So there is a variety perfect for your needs.
That's all I have...I'm out.... Q
Limeoutsider
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I have a heart shaped ring that is lillac. If I tried to grow flowers, it wouldn't work. Neighborhood kids would pull them up.
Rare Yellow Lilac Is the Essence of Spring
With blossoms of pale yellow and creamy white, this unusual Primrose lilac is beautiful on its own, and simply breath-taking among your purple and blue lilacs.
A fragrant and fast-growing variety.
Hardy from Zones 2 to 8.
Blooms mid-season each year.
15-16" H plant is shipped in soil with well-developed roots.
Grows to 10'
With blossoms of pale yellow and creamy white, this unusual Primrose lilac is beautiful on its own, and simply breath-taking among your purple and blue lilacs.
A fragrant and fast-growing variety.
Hardy from Zones 2 to 8.
Blooms mid-season each year.
15-16" H plant is shipped in soil with well-developed roots.
Grows to 10'
ShiningIce
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Ah the wonderful world of lilacs so glad to see everyone is sharing and loving this thread. Please continue. 🙂
luv2bt&tickled
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They are rare and smell fantastic! I never knew about this rare lilac until about 3 years ago. 🙂venray1 said:Rare Yellow Lilac Is the Essence of Spring
With blossoms of pale yellow and creamy white, this unusual Primrose lilac is beautiful on its own, and simply breath-taking among your purple and blue lilacs.
A fragrant and fast-growing variety.
Hardy from Zones 2 to 8.
Blooms mid-season each year.
15-16" H plant is shipped in soil with well-developed roots.
Grows to 10'
luv2bt&tickled
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Love in the Tub : Lilac's
Our Lilac Bath Ball has a very feminine, classic scent.
Enjoy the tranquillity of the Lilac fragrance while pampering your mind and body.
Our Lilac Bath Ball has a very feminine, classic scent.
Enjoy the tranquillity of the Lilac fragrance while pampering your mind and body.
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love lilacs
i have 3 different varieties of lilacs in my front yard. the aroma, when the bloom, is heavenly.
steve
i have 3 different varieties of lilacs in my front yard. the aroma, when the bloom, is heavenly.
steve
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Lilac's are very nice, and smell soo good! Honey suckle's are wonderful on a warm evening ....and the magnolia too!😱
