Flowers seem intended for the solace of ordinary humanity - John Ruskin
The scent of autumn will soon be in the air here in The lilac is called Josee – I planted it last year. After a rough start from being accidentally mowed to the ground, it has recovered and is now starting to bloom. Josee is considered a dwarf lilac, although it grows four to six feet tall. It grows in Zones 2 through 8, has pinkish-lavender flowers, and blooms sporadically from May through the end of summer. It requires very little pruning or other care.
As for the honeysuckle, I don’t know which variety it may be. A quick Internet search informs me that there are over 180 species of honeysuckle worldwide. This one is a vine, growing wild, either a gift of nature or a planting of my mother’s from years ago. It has a yellow and white flower and also blooms in flushes throughout the season. The aroma is simply heavenly.The Josee lilacs and the unknown honeysuckle definitely meet my criteria for favorite plants – long bloom season, strong fragrance, and little to no maintenance.
