Lilacs and Goldfinch
by Janette Boyd
Title
Lilacs and Goldfinch
Artist
Janette Boyd
Medium
Photograph - Photo/texture/digital
Description
Photo of first lilacs of spring with flock of goldfinches looking for food.
Featured by the following FAA Groups:
*Visions of Spring
*Animal Photographs
*FAA Portraits - Birds
Lilacs
A longtime favorite, the lilac bush (Syringa vulgaris) is typically grown for its intense fragrance and beautiful blooms. Flowers can range in color from pink to purple; however, white and yellow varieties are also available. They can add a good source of shade or privacy when planted as a hedgerow. Lilacs range from dwarf varieties up to 8 feet tall or larger growing ones that can reach heights up to 30 feet. With proper lilac tree care, these lovely plants can last decades in your garden.
The best time to smell lilacs (as well as many other flowers) is during warm weather. The aromatic particles that you normally inhale are only recognized as scent during warm days with moist, stable air. When it’s too hot and dry or too cold and damp, these aromatic particles will quickly disappear because they are unable to rise. Therefore, the scent of lilac is strongest during mid-spring (May/June) when the air temperature rises just enough to vaporize their aromatic particles, allowing us to take in their intoxicating aroma. Since lilacs bloom for short periods, you can get the most of their scent by planting several varieties that bloom at different intervals. While most lilacs are abundant with pleasing scents, keep in mind that there may be little to no smell
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/lilacs-no-scent.htm
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April 1st, 2018
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