Category Archives: Plant of the Month

Asters: Late-Season Stars for Your Garden

When much of the garden starts winding down, asters step into the spotlight. These hardy, daisy-like perennials bloom in late summer through fall, […]

Ligularia ‘Little Rocket’: Bold Color and Texture for Moist Shade Gardens

Ligularia ‘Little Rocket’ is a compact perennial with bold foliage and eye-catching yellow flower spikes. It brings drama to shade gardens. Its large, […]

Liatris: The Native Beauty That Attracts Pollinators and Turns Heads

If you’re looking to add color, movement, and pollinator appeal to your landscape, look no further than Liatris—a hardy, upright perennial that thrives […]

Peonies – Timeless Elegance in Every Bloom

Few plants capture the spirit of late spring quite like the peony. With their lush blooms, heady fragrance, and timeless charm, peonies are […]

Soft, Silver, and Surprisingly Tough: Lamb’s Ear in the Wisconsin Landscape

Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina) adds texture and softness to gardens with its velvety, silver-gray foliage. Its leaves look and feel like a lamb’s […]

Pagoda Dogwood – A Graceful Native Understory Tree

The pagoda dogwood (Cornus alternifolia) is a unique and graceful understory tree with a special place in Wisconsin landscapes. As a native species, […]

Beauty and Benefits of the Cinnamon Fern

The cinnamon fern (Osmundastrum cinnamomeum) is a fascinating and versatile plant that adds beauty and functionality to gardens and natural landscapes. Native to […]

The Beauty of Astilbe: Varieties and Vibrant Colors for Your Garden

Astilbe, a shade-loving perennial, is a favorite among gardeners for its feathery plumes of flowers and lush, fern-like foliage. Known for its ability […]

East Friesland Salvia: A Stunning Addition to Any Garden

East Friesland Salvia (Salvia nemorosa ‘East Friesland’) is a garden favorite, known for its vibrant, violet-purple flowers and ease of care. This hardy […]

Northwind Switch Grass: A Versatile and Hardy Ornamental Grass

Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum) is a native North American perennial that has gained widespread popularity in landscaping, and among its many varieties, Northwind […]

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