Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Ironweed
Common Name: Prairie IronweedBloom Time: Late summer (August–September)USDA Zones: 3–9Mature Size: 4–6 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide Introduction As summer wanes and many garden perennials begin to fade, Prairie Ironweed emerges in glorious purples, casting tall, wispy plumes of nectar-rich flowerheads atop sturdy stems. A true native of Midwestern prairies, Vernonia fasciculata brings vertical interest, wildlife value, and late-season drama to South East Wisconsin landscapes. In this spotlight, we’ll delve into its natural history, cultural needs, care guidelines, and inspiring landscape uses—everything you need to showcase Ironweed at Heritage Hill Nursery from August 22 through August 31. Origins and Description Native to prairies, meadows, and streambanks of the central and eastern United States, Prairie Ironweed has long been prized for its hardiness and bold form. Unlike its cousin,...
Flowerful Hydrangea
Trade Name: FlowerFull® Smooth HydrangeaCommon Name: FlowerFull® HydrangeaBloom Time: Early to mid-summer (June–July)USDA Zones: 3–8Mature Size: 3–4 ft tall × 4–5 ft wide Introduction In the heart of summer, when many hydrangeas begin to falter under rain-soaked...
Ruby Spice Summersweet
Common Name: Ruby Spice Summersweet, Sweet PepperbushBloom Time: Mid to late summer (July–August)USDA Zones: 3–8Mature Size: 3–5 ft tall × 3–5 ft wide Introduction When summer heat peaks and many spring-blooming shrubs have faded, Ruby Spice® Summersweet steps into...
Purple Pillar Hibiscus Rose of Sharon
Common Name: Purple Pillar Rose of SharonBloom Time: Mid to late summer (July–September)USDA Zones: 5–9Mature Size: 10–16 ft tall, 4–5 ft wide Introduction In the midsummer garden, when many perennials have finished flowering, the Purple Pillar® Hibiscus bursts to...
Cheyenne Sky Switchgrass
Cheyenne Sky Switchgrass, Panicum virgatum ‘Cheyenne Sky’, is a standout native ornamental grass prized for its striking blue-green foliage and magnificent plumes that shift from coppery rose to purplish bronze in mid to late summer. This cultivar offers a stunning...
Parkland Pillar® Birch
If you’re seeking a stately, space-saving specimen for your landscape, look no further than Parkland Pillar® Birch. This columnar form of Asian white birch was selected for its remarkably narrow habit—reaching just 6–7 feet wide at maturity—paired with the lustrous...
Firelight Tidbit Hydrangea
Firelight™ Tidbit® is a stunning panicle hydrangea that packs all the drama of larger varieties into a compact, 2–3-foot tall and wide habit—making it perfect for small gardens, mixed borders, and container plantings. Bred by Proven Winners®, this shrub dazzles with...