Re: shopping

That's true, but someone gave me a whole bank of them and I was thrilled
because it created a great screen for free.  Over the years they've present
pros and cons, but the mildew isn't bad and, to me, having at least one is a
critical garden requirement.

Now, I'm sure you've been talking mainly about Syringa vulgaris, Cathy.  But
there are other Lilacs.  My Josee Lilac blooms 3 times a year - supposed to
be 4, but maybe it needs to get older.  Then there's the Cut-Leaf lilac and
the Afghan Lilac.  I agree, no fall color, but wonderful texture.  Besides,
fall color looks best when there's some green around providing contrast.

And, though I sounded negative about the lilac's fragrance, I was being a
bit sarcastic.  I enjoy the fragrance, but this year my lilacs seem to all
be putting on a much heavier bloom than usual and the fragrance is extremely
potent.

Kitty

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Cathy Carpenter" <cathy.c@insightbb.com>

> My problem with lilacs is that they are strictly one season of interest
> plants. Once those fragrant flowers fade, what do you have, other than
> a green, mildew prone shrub with no fall color?
> Cathy
> I do have one....in a remote corner of the yard
> On Saturday, May 7, 2005, at 11:59 AM, Chapel Ridge Wal Mart National
> Hearing Center wrote:
>
> > My Burkwood vibe is in full bloom and, to me, is the most fragrant
> > vibe I
> > know and love.  V. carleisii is nothing next to it.  However, with the
> > screaming fragrance of all these lilacs, I have to actually stick my
> > nose in
> > the burkwood to decipher its perfume.  Seriously, I was watching tv
> > last
> > night with windows open and the lilacs were overpowering.
> >
> > Kitty.
>
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