How Do You Grow Lilacs In A Warm Climate?
Lilacs are not only beautiful, but they have been grown for their lovely perfume for centuries. They populate gardens across the country and are a favorite flower for many. If you live where winter temperatures do not get cold, you may think you can’t grow lilacs. The good news is that there are varieties that are bred especially for warmer climates. Here is some information on how to grow lilacs in a warm climate. First you need to consider how cold your winter temperatures are. If your winters offer at least an occasional hard freeze, the standard lilac (syringa vulgaris) or many of the other cool-climate varieties (zones 3 – 7) will probably grow well for you. If you live where frosts are mild or non-existent you might want to try one of the special cultivars of lilac developed for a warm climate. Warmer climates can benefit from some of the special hot-summer varieties bred by the Descanso experts a little over a half century ago. The Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge, CA (L
