Lilac pruning before and after

Tips For Pruning A Lilac – When & How To Prune Lilacs

Lilacs are shrubs for all seasons, hardy, vigorous and intensely fragrant. Their blooms appear in late spring - generally mid-May, scenting the entire garden.

Their height and foliage make them perfect for tall, flowering screens for summer and autumn. 

While lilacs lose their foliage in fall, their appealing branching pattern lends interest to a winter garden.

Lilac pruning diagram

Periodic pruning is vital to keep lilacs healthy and looking their best. Although there are smaller varieties that grow from 10 to 15 feet (3-4.5 m) tall, many lilacs can reach heights of about 30 feet (9 m) tall without regular pruning. 

Pruning lilac trees on a regular basis keeps them from becoming too tall and unmanageable.

Lilacs are not delicate or needy, but lilac pruning is important.

If you are wondering when and how to prune a lilac bush, we have outlined it for you in this article. 

When to Trim Lilac Bushes

You may be wondering when to prune lilacs. Most lilacs don’t require pruning until they reach about 6 to 8 feet (2-

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