Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Spiderwort
Ohio Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis) is a graceful, clump-forming perennial native to prairies and open woodlands across the Midwest. With its arching, grass-like foliage and delicate clusters of three-petaled violet-blue flowers, Spiderwort adds a soft, naturalistic touch to borders, cottage gardens, and native-plant landscapes. This spring-to-early-summer bloomer not only provides weeks of color but also attracts bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition for gardeners seeking both beauty and biodiversity. Key Characteristics Flowering Blooms from late May through July Flowers open in the morning and often close by afternoon Petals: three broad, triangular, violet-blue with yellow stamens Foliage & Habit Basal clumps of narrow, arching leaves (12–24″ tall) Grass-like blades folded along the midrib, giving an elegant, upright texture Mature clump spreads to about...
Trailing Fuchsia
Do you love your shady lot, yet still find yourself wishing to add color with annuals? The Trailing Fuchsia may be exactly what you need. This gorgeous plant boasts large, unique, showy pink and purple flowers. The trailing nature of the plant helps to create the...
Showtime Crab
Spring is FINALLY here! After the dark and drab winter, everyone is looking to bring color and vibrant life back into their yards. Showtime crab will not disappoint. This gorgeous crabapple tree blooms in an explosion of vibrant fuchsia blooms. The flowers are so...
Baby Kim Lilac
Brand new to the Proven Winners line-up, Baby Kim (Syringa x), is sure to impress. Blooming in early spring, this dwarf lilac may be small, but it still packs a powerful, and fragrant punch. Growing to 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide, this lilac allows anyone, in any...
Lavender Twist Redbud
In a state full of crab trees, why not add some variety to your spring landscape? Step apart from your neighbors by planting the Lavender Twist Redbud (Cercis canadensis Covey). This weeping Eastern Redbud offers year-round interest making it the perfect focal point...
Sugar Baby Forsythia
Sugar Baby Forsythia, cultivated by Proven Winners, offers the most vibrant yellow blooms early to start the growing season off right. This compact dwarf cultivar is the perfect plant for around your homes foundation as it stays 1-3 feet tall and only spreads 2-3...
Recycling Ideas for Old Xmas Trees:
When the holiday season comes to an end there are many ways to upcycle and utilize the tree. If you live in an area where it is permitted the tree can be placed outside and left. Local wildlife will use it as a shelter from the winter wind and freezing temperatures....