Many plants benefit from some type of pruning, whether it's a conservative reshaping or a harder cut to rejuvenate. One plant that benefits greatly from pruning is the lilac shrub. Over time, lilacs ...

Q: When and how should lilac bushes be trimmed? I have a few lilacs that are 12 feet tall. I’d like to cut them back a bit because they look out of control. I’d like to achieve the most flowers. A: ...

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. It ...

Q. I recently moved to a new place with lots of large lilacs. Unfortunately, the previous owner pruned them improperly. Now they have lots of large suckers on the outer edge and no growth in the ...

Question: We have two old and tall lilac bushes. They do not flower much anymore and do not look healthy. Also, can I trim back rhododendrons, and how far back can I trim? Thank You. You always have ...

My lilacs have become overgrown and I would like to cut them back. How and when should I prune them? I would prune your lilacs very soon. They are best pruned in late spring or early summer right ...

On my young shade tree, two branches suddenly zoomed up that are taller than the rest. Should I cut them back to the same height as the others? Answer: Your tree has produced two leaders. Generally ...

•The Northeast Washington Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society is sponsoring two spring wildflower and plant walks in two very diverse ecosystems in the region. •The first will be in the ...