Seasonal calendar · Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation'

Lilac Sensation

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

High demand. Maintain soil moisture.

Fertilization

Continue monthly with organic or slow-release.

Pruning

Light trimming to encourage branching.

Pests Disease

Continue mildew and pest monitoring.

Summer Protection

Use shade cloth or dappled shade.

Paths onward

This speciesLilac SensationBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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