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Lilac bush is budding in January #923596

Asked January 13, 2026, 5:13 PM EST

What do I about my lilac bush budding now in January because of warmer temperatures?

Nobles County Minnesota

Expert Response

There isn’t anything that should be done or that can stop the shrubs response to warm weather. Your shrub won’t be harmed and it will leaf out again this spring. It might be slightly delayed but it will probably flower.

Evelyn Locke, MN Master Gardener, Tree Care Advisor, Volunteer Replied January 13, 2026, 9:54 PM EST

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Lilac bush is budding in January #923596

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