My wife planted a Lilac Tree 5 years ago on the north side of our house. It did well for a couple years producing lots of blooms and leaves but then it turned kind of a rust color and doesnt produce anymore and is barely surviving seems to us I figured the dogs have hurt it and want to replant it,but I dont know if now is the best time of year to do so Any help would be appreciated
Best time is while the plant is dormant. In your area I would guess the end of January or early February would be the latest.