Lilac (Tree)

== Desc ==
Lilac trees are hardy small trees, They can though be trimmed into large shrubs. They commonly grow to 5-7'. An old tree will have many small, slender branches; whereas a young tree has less branches and much bigger ones. They grow quite fast. These trees commonly grow multiple stems. When they are cut, they send out new twigs very quick; a response time of only a few days. These new shoots grow about twice as fast as normal, to likey get ready for a successful new growth season next year. They have small heart shaped leaves. They fall quite late compared to other trees their size. Leaf drop commonly extends into December with these trees. On cold years, most leaves may fall by Thanksgiving. In the spring, a long purple lilac will grow. These grow on new wood. They are very fragrant. Despite its branchy structure, a lilac might only form on 6 branches. Most adult trees produce very little amounts of flowers. Some trees don't flower at all. This could be due to sunlight exposure, as their super tolerant of shade. These trees grow almost everywhere. Green seeds eventually take place after the flowers fall off. The flowers are actually very small. Individual flowers are only centimeters long. Over 50 of these flowers make up the compound flower known as a lilac. These seeds will turn brown, as they mature. Eventually they drop off, but the germination likeliness as rather low. 
== Quick Stats ==
5-7' tall.
Flowers in April. Leaf out also occurs this time. (They are the first to leaf out and last to drop leaves.)
Drops leaves a still green color, or dull yellow. Drops late, in November or December.
Fast Growing
Interlacing ridges on old bark, new bark is smooth.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Nature