Fallen Lilacs

Discussion in 'Woody Plants' started by Almost Green Thumb, May 21, 2008.

  1. Almost Green Thumb

    Almost Green Thumb Member

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    Hi everyone!

    I'm completely new at gardening but am so excited with all the growth I'm finding at my new house! We have several beautiful tall lilacs that must have been "damaged" in the ice storm our area had a few years ago. They're blooming beautifully, but half of the trunks have fallen over while some still stand tall. The fallen parts still have many large blooms. What's the best way to fix them? I'm not sure what my options are and I don't want to prune it if I don't have to because I'm afraid it will stop flowering.

    Thank you for your help!
    AGT
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Leave them as they are, prop them up or cut them back are your choices.
     

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