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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 native)Wildlife ValueSeeds feed birds, bark used by wildlife Why Paper Birch for WisconsinPaper birch is Wisconsin's state tree, and for good reason. The bright white bark that peels in papery sheets is one of the most recognizable sights in our northern forests. In a home landscape, the bark provides year-round beauty, especially in winter when the white trunks stand out against snow and evergreens. Fall foliage turns a clean golden yellow. As a native species, it supports local wildlife and grows in sync with our climate. Planting InstructionsWhen: Spring is best. Paper birch prefers cool soil temperatures during...
Diamond Rouge Hydrangea Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameDiamond Rouge HydrangeaBotanical NameHydrangea paniculata 'Rendia'Plant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone3-8Mature Size5-6 ft tall, 4-5 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilMoist, well-drainedBloom TimeMid-summer to fallBloom ColorWhite aging to deep cherry...
Golden Spirit Smokebush Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameGolden Spirit SmokebushBotanical NameCotinus coggygria 'Ancot'Plant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone5-8Mature Size8-10 ft tall, 8-10 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilWell-drained, average to poorBloom TimeSummer (smoky plumes)Foliage...
Denim ‘n Lace Russian Sage Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameDenim 'n Lace Russian SageBotanical NamePerovskia atriplicifolia 'Denim 'n Lace'Plant TypeHerbaceous perennialHardiness Zone4-9Mature Size28-32 in tall, 34-36 in wideSunFull sunSoilWell-drained, lean to averageBloom TimeMid to late summerBloom...
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameVanilla Strawberry HydrangeaBotanical NameHydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'Plant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone4-8Mature Size6-7 ft tall, 4-5 ft wideSunFull sun to part shadeSoilMoist, well-drainedBloom TimeMid-summer to fallBloom ColorWhite aging to pink to...
Burning Bush Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameBurning BushBotanical NameEuonymus alatusPlant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone4-8Mature Size15-20 ft tall (dwarf varieties 6-10 ft)SunFull sun to part shadeSoilAdaptable, tolerates most soil typesFall ColorBrilliant scarlet redDeer ResistantModerateNative...
Caramel Coral Bell Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameCaramel Coral BellBotanical NameHeuchera 'Caramel'Plant TypeEvergreen perennialHardiness Zone4-9Mature Size12-18 in tall, 18-24 in wideSunPart shade to full shadeSoilMoist, well-drained, humus-richBloom TimeLate spring to early summerBloom ColorCreamDeer...