Lilac is a popular shrub among summer residents due to its unpretentiousness and rapid growth.
As the expert of the online publication BelNovosti, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh said, the bush begins to bloom already in the first year after planting, which makes it even more attractive for gardeners.
However, lilac has one significant drawback - it quickly spreads throughout the garden, which can lead to undesirable consequences.
Therefore, it is important to control the growth of the bush and stop its spread before it takes over the entire garden area.
If such difficulties do not bother you, we will tell you what to do if you decide to plant a lilac bush in your yard.
Lilacs grow best in open areas with loose and fertile soil, where taller plants will not block access to sunlight.
When planting, you should select bushes aged 2-3 years and plant them in holes about 50 cm deep, and in poor soils you can deepen the plant up to 1 meter.
After planting, the bush must be watered generously and the soil around it must be mulched with humus or compost.
To preserve the decorative qualities of lilac, it is recommended to prune the bush already in the third year after planting.
Earlier, the expert told which shrubs are best planted in pairs – they help each other.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
