Monday, April 13, 2009

I have trimmed a lilac tree can I stick the trimmings in ground to get new bushes like I do with Forsythia?

I would stick them in a big pot first with rooting hormone and some good potting soil until they get started good then transplant the whole thing wherever you want them. If you live in the north they will do great, lilacs like the cold winters. If you live in the south, they will not do as well but will still grow and flower just takes alot longer. Did you know it takes seven years for one to flower from a transplant? Good luck.

I have trimmed a lilac tree can I stick the trimmings in ground to get new bushes like I do with Forsythia?
Lilacs also like alot of water and wood ashes really help them alot too just FYI. Report It

Reply:I have done it. Get rooting hormone at a garden supply center. Plan on about 10% of them rooting.
Reply:yes you can start them that way but put root tone first and keep watered.
Reply:Maybe, but it will be harder. Maybe try putting some rooting hormone on it that is specific to woody plants - available at some nurseries and garden centers.



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