
THINGS TO REMEMBER 
Lilacs are tough and stand much neglect and abuse, 
but even so, good gardeners will want to treat them 
well. 
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So give them what they want: 
Good, well-drained soil. 
Full exposure to sun. 
Lots of room. Plant 3-5 feet apart for hedges; 
6-10 feet for borders; and 10-15 feet for speci- 
mens. 
Yearly, liberal feeding. 
Occasional liming of your soil if acid. 
Remove all excess suckering. 
Cultivate well, but not too deeply. 
Cut off all faded blooms immediately after flow- 
ering just below the flower. 
Remember that large blooms are at all times 
produced on vigorous young wood. 
Avoid lopping off the ends of long limbs, but 
prune only to keep the plant open and shapely. 
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Plant “own rooted” lilacs for lifetime satisfaction. 
Many other varieties not listed are being propagated, 
but are too small for sale this year. 
SWEENEY, STRAUB &@ DIMM, HORTICULTURAL PRINTERS, PORTLAND, ORE. 
