How to care for lilac

The botanical name for Lilac is Syringa.

It is widely available from December to April .

This highly fragrant spring flower from the ornamental flowering Lilac Tree.

Available in White, Purple / Lilac/ Pale Pink

Cut on an angle and place in a full bucket of fresh cold water – minimum 30cm
Wrap the heads to provide support for first drink
Lilac loves water so top up regulally
Use Shrub food in water
Lilac is sensitive to the ethylene gas of other flowers so keep separate if possible
As the stem is woody qwik dip will help get the water up quicker
Lilac is not great lasting in foam due to the amount of water it needs
Short stems look beautiful in a hand-tied Bridal Bouquet
Breaking up the florets reduces the lasting ability making it unsuitable for wiring.

Caring for lisianthus