A Lilac is a deciduous shrub or small tree. Lilac is native to the Chinese region and has been cultivated for over 1000 years. It is mainly distributed in China, southeastern Europe, Japan, and the Himalayan region.
Lilac is 1.5-4 meters tall, with grayish-brown bark and yellowish-brown branchlets. Panicle, lavender, purple-red or blue flowers, corolla tube 6-8 mm long. The flowering period is May to June.
It is sun-loving and likes moist and well-drained soil. Suitable for garden cultivation, the large and showy inflorescences cover the whole plant in spring when in full bloom.
It is a very good ornamental effect. It is a famous flowering tree for garden planting.
Wild lilacs are found on mountain slopes and jungles, along ravines and streams, along valley roadsides, and along beaches and waterfronts. It is usually found at altitudes of 300-2400 meters. Prefers warmth, moisture, and full sun.
Many species also have some cold tolerance. Transplant bare roots before budding after leafing out and choose a sunny place with fertile and well-drained soil.
Lilacs are light-loving, slightly shade-tolerant, and grow weakly in shade or semi-shade. Prefer warm, and moist, with a certain degree of cold tolerance and strong drought tolerance.
The requirements of the soil are not strict. It likes fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid planting it in low-lying areas, as water will cause disease until the whole plant died.
Lilac has several symbolic meanings such as
1. First love.
The Lilac flower language meaning symbolizes the meaning of pure first love. It represents the pure love between the young person.
First love is the most unforgettable memory of a person, but also the most beautiful picture in people's hearts.
2. Friendship.
Lilacs can also represent friendship. Friendship is priceless, and it is rare for people to get along with each other without a utilitarian approach.
A gift of lilacs between friends means that he has taken you as one of his friends that he can make friends with, hoping that the friendship will last forever and take care of each other.
3. Hero.
Lilac has another layer of flower language symbolizing heroic feelings.
It is an honor that everyone needs to keep in mind and not forget. For example, if you visit an outstanding and famous person, you can wrap a bunch of lilacs and give them to each other.
4. Shy.
Shy is also the lilac more often expressed in the meaning of the language of flowers.
Especially for those boys and girls who are not good with words, may see their favorite people will blush, not to mention take the initiative to talk to them.
Hand a bunch of lilacs to your little one and encourage him to get up the courage to do what he wants to do.