How can I encourage my lilac bush to bloom?
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A neighbour gave me a small lilac bush about 4 years ago. It has been growing well but still has no blooms. What do I need to do to encourage blooms?
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Here is one article that may help you. Lots of sun, pruning, and mulching around the plant may help. I have three lilac bushes that took about 6 years of growth before they bloomed. https://www.thespruce.com/pruning-lilacs-how-and-when-to-prune-lilacs-1403004
Here are some great tips: https://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-lilac-is-not-blooming/
Here are some tips and lilac care: https://www.craftylittlegnome.com/how-to-prune-a-lilac-tree/
They prefer acid soils.
Try epsom salt and trim the bush way down that will encourage growth