Last week for Helena's meme, Pairs, I had three photos because I couldn't choose. This week I have just one photograph with both bud and flower. I love the lilacs in Highland Park. They are just beginning to pop out, but I think I like them just as much when they are budding as when they are in full flower.
You really can't tell the exact color the lilac will be from the bud which is a different hue. Both are lovely.