Lilac season is short and sweet, but it's never too late to celebrate these fragrant spring blooms! Loved by hummingbirds, butterflies and humans alike, lilacs make our gardens feel (and smell) like summer is on its way. Whether you're lucky enough to have a few bushes in your garden, or have been enjoying them in your neighborhood, here are 10 fun facts you may not have known about these favored flowers.
Our florists' tip for enjoying cut lilacs in your home is to cut the stems in a way that they can absorb as much water as possible. You can do this by cutting stems at a long, sharp angle, splitting the stem after cutting, or even smashing the last half inch of the stem. All of these methods expose the core of the stem and allow the flowers to drink more!
Published: 5/25/2021 | Author: Sarah Whiton