Adorned with plumes of fragrant flowers in May, lilacs are harbingers of summer. Hazel Sillver looks at their history, as well as which to grow and how to encourage them to thrive
The lilacs of Lilacia Park seemed to bloom early this spring.
The Lombard Park District moved its “bloom 'o' meter” dial to “fully blooming” an entire week before the Lilac Queen coronation, a.
Producing tall spires of summer flowers in every shade of blue, delphiniums are the kings of the cottage garden. Hazel Sillver looks at their history, the best varieties, and how to grow them
Beautiful, fragrant lilacs are a beloved addition to gardens in most garden zones. But knowing where to plant them, how to care for them, and how to prune lilacs is critical for getting the most out of these pretty plants.