ONE of the most striking shrubs for spring and early summer is the California lilac, or ceanothus, sometimes known in its native land as blue blossom, which is a good name for it. Ceanothus is not ...

Whether it's your garden, border, or patio, a Californian lilac tree is the perfect addition to create a colourful display all year round. It boasts vibrant flowers through the spring and summer and ...

One of the signature indicators of spring is the gently wafting scent of the common lilac (syringa vulgaris). I look forward to daily checking my mail because of the lilac bush by the mailbox. It is ...