Blissful lilac

16/09/2023

Lilacs have been cultivated for over 500 years and during that time they have evolved into many varieties, each with its own shape, scent and colour.

14/09/2023

14/09/2023

The olive and the lilac can be considered relatives as they both belong to the olive tree family.

12/09/2023

Every year Boston celebrates what is known as Lilac Sunday. This is the only day of the year when picnics are allowed at the Boston Arboretum, which contained 442 lilac bushes.

12/09/2023

America is one of the biggest fans of the lilac, even though the cultivation of the plant started much later than in other countries.

09/09/2023

Lilac was highly valued in China for its medicinal properties and is still used medicinally today. For example, the sap of the leaves has healing properties, the flowers help with rheumatism and pain relief.

06/09/2023

According to one legend, the lilac bloomed when spring chased the snow away from the meadows and lifted the sun high above the ground.