"David E. Ross" wrote:

Any details regarding the actual growing of lilacs are beyond me. They
don't do well in my climate because we don't get snow.

Lilacs do grow well in the frozen north. It is a large plant for pots. The
main reason for people wanting the plant is for the sweet oder the plant
produces. The best place for Lilacs are next to outside screened windows so
the nice scent can be sent through the home during summer. I wound not put
them next to a porch or patio where people sit because nice smelling plants
also attract all kinds of insects.

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Enjoy Life... Nad R (Garden in zone 5a Michigan)