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

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Watering

Water deeply. Mulch surface with sphagnum to retain moisture.

Fertilization

Resume feeding post-flower. High potassium to support branching.

Pruning

Refine shape. Remove unwanted shoots.

Bud Shoot Management

Pinch vigorous water shoots if necessary.

Pests Disease

Watch for borers and leaf spot.

Summer Protection

Partial shade from midday sun prevents leaf scorch.

Propagation

Soft/semi-hardwood cuttings ideal now.

Development

Encourage shoot ramification.

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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