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Norway Spruce Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameNorway SpruceBotanical NamePicea abiesPlant TypeEvergreen treeHardiness Zone2-7Mature Size40-60 ft tall, 25-30 ft wideSunFull sunSoilAdaptable, well-drainedGrowth RateFast for an evergreen (2-3 ft/year when young)Deer ResistantYes Why Norway Spruce for WisconsinNorway spruce is one of the fastest-growing evergreens available. When you need a windbreak, privacy screen, or year-round green backdrop, it delivers results faster than most conifers. The graceful drooping branches give it a distinctive look that improves with age. Older trees develop a majestic, layered silhouette. Hardy to Zone 2, Wisconsin winters are nothing to this tree. Planting InstructionsWhen: Spring or early fall. Avoid planting in summer heat.Where: Full sun. Give it room. This tree gets large over time. Plant 12-15 feet apart for a screen, 20+ feet from buildings for a specimen.How: Dig a wide, shallow...
Jane Magnolia Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameJane MagnoliaBotanical NameMagnolia x 'Jane'Plant TypeDeciduous tree/large shrubHardiness Zone4-8Mature Size10-15 ft tall, 8-12 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilMoist, well-drained, slightly acidicBloom TimeMid to late springBloom ColorPurple-pink...
Paper Birch Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NamePaper BirchBotanical NameBetula papyriferaPlant TypeDeciduous treeHardiness Zone2-6Mature Size50-70 ft tall, 25-40 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilMoist, well-drained, acidic to neutralFall ColorGolden yellowNative ToNorth America (Wisconsin...
Neon Burst Dogwood Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameNeon Burst DogwoodBotanical NameCornus alba 'ByBoughen'Plant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone2-7Mature Size5-6 ft tall, 5-6 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilAdaptable, tolerates wet soilBloom TimeLate spring (white)Fall ColorVivid redDeer ResistantYes...
Ginger Wine Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius): Complete Care Guide for Wisconsin
Ginger Wine Ninebark at a Glance Botanical Name Physocarpus opulifolius 'SMNPMS' Common Name Ginger Wine Ninebark Plant Type Deciduous Shrub Mature Size 5-6 ft. tall, 5-6 ft. wide Growth Rate Moderate to fast Hardiness Zones USDA 3-7 Sun Exposure Full sun to partial...
River Birch (Betula nigra): Complete Care Guide for Wisconsin
River Birch at a Glance Botanical Name Betula nigra Common Name River Birch Plant Type Deciduous Tree Mature Size 40-70 ft. tall, 40-60 ft. wide Growth Rate Fast (up to 30 inches per year) Hardiness Zones USDA 4-9 Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade Soil Preference...
Autumn Blaze Maple Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameAutumn Blaze MapleBotanical NameAcer x freemanii 'Jeffersred'Plant TypeDeciduous treeHardiness Zone3-8Mature Size40-55 ft tall, 30-40 ft wideSunFull sunSoilAdaptable, prefers moist well-drainedFall ColorBrilliant orange-redGrowth RateFast (3-5 ft per...