How to deadhead bloomerang lilac

Lilac can be a wonderfully low-maintenance plant to grow in many gardens.

Though not native, it can be a boon for native wildlife, and when in bloom, many species and cultivars can fill your space with a delightful scent and will look lovely too.

One question that you might have is whether you need to deadhead lilac, and if so, how you should do so.

I’ve shared all you need to know about deadheading lilacs in the rest of this guide:

Do You Need To Deadhead Lilac?

Syringa vulgaris, common lilac, does not really need to be deadheaded at all, and whether you do so or not will largely come down to a matter of personal preference.

It will depend on whether you are the type of gardener who likes to let nature take the reins or someone who wishes to keep everything neater and more under control.

Some people believe that deadheading lilac will lead to better blooming the following year, but this is simply not the case.

Whether you deadhead or not, flowering the following year will not be affected, so deadheading is usually for your own benefit, rather than for the pl

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