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Lilac, Won’t You Play Me a Tune?

Posted on May 7, 2020 by Mark Turner
Common Lilac

Our lilac (Syringa vulgaris) in the back yard is in its full fragrant glory right now, covered in massive panicles of blossoms. Lilacs aren’t the best of cut flowers as they tend to get droopy in just a day or two. Nevertheless, Natalie cut a big bouquet of them and brought them into the house. Continue reading →

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