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| First time I've noticed seed pods on the Lilac tree. Guess I just haven't paid that much attention to them...
I assume you leave them alone until they naturally open, but do I need to let them winter and plant next year? |
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| Lilacs (syringa) may have slightly different germination requirements depending on which one, but in general, most need to have the seeds exposed to a period of moist cold before they will germinate. Moist cold ( about 35-40F) of anywhere from 1 - 3 months, followed by additional 2 - 8 weeks at approx 70F for germination. Seeds are surface sown, some light may be beneficial to germination. Most lilacs we are growing are hybrids and/or grafted - propagating from seed may not produce plants similar to the parent. You could have something lovely, or something not worth the space in your garden :) |
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| This is the Lilac. I have a hillside that I'm letting grow back in. Really like the way this one is growing and would be nice out there. When I collect the pods, I'll take half in to do what you suggest. This will be an interesting experiment! Thank you! |
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