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In The Spotlight: Donald Wyman Crabapple
Donald Wyman Crabapple (Malus 'Donald Wyman')If you want a four-season ornamental tree that practically takes care of itself, the Donald Wyman crabapple belongs on your shortlist. This variety has earned a reputation among Midwest landscapers and homeowners for good reason: gorgeous spring flowers, clean summer foliage, bright red fruit that feeds birds through winter, and a graceful rounded canopy year-round.Quick FactsBotanical NameMalus 'Donald Wyman'Plant TypeDeciduous Flowering TreeMature Size20-25 ft. tall, 20-25 ft. wideHardiness ZoneUSDA Zones 4-8 (excellent for Zone 5b)Sun ExposureFull Sun (6+ hours)SoilAdaptable; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy soils with adequate drainageBloom TimeMid-spring (late April to early May in Wisconsin)Flower ColorWhite (opening from pink buds)FruitGlossy red, 3/8 in., persistent through winterGrowth RateModerateWhy This Plant for Wisconsin / Zone...
Ivory Silk Japanese Tree Lilac Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameIvory Silk Japanese Tree LilacBotanical NameSyringa reticulata 'Ivory Silk'Plant TypeDeciduous treeHardiness Zone3-7 (thrives in Zone 5b)Mature Size20-25 ft tall, 15-20 ft wideSun ExposureFull sun (6+ hours)Soil PreferenceMoist, well-drained; tolerates dry,...
Tree Peony Care Guide: Growing Paeonia suffruticosa in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameTree PeonyBotanical NamePaeonia x suffruticosa FamilyPaeoniaceaePlant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone4-8 (thrives in Zone 5b)Mature Size3-5 ft tall, 3-4 ft wideSun ExposureFull sun to part shadeSoil PreferenceMedium moisture, fertile, well-drainingBloom...
Spice Island Koreanspice Viburnum Care Guide: Growing in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameSpice Island Koreanspice ViburnumBotanical NameViburnum carlesii 'J.N. Select A'Plant TypeDeciduous shrubHardiness Zone4-8 (thrives in Zone 5b)Mature Size4-5 ft tall, 5-6 ft wideSun ExposureFull sun (6+ hours)Soil PreferenceWell-drained, fertileBloom...
Contender Peach Care Guide: Growing Contender Peach in Wisconsin (Zone 5b)
Common NameContender PeachBotanical NamePrunus persica 'Contender'Plant TypeDeciduous fruit treeHardiness Zone4b-8b (thrives in Zone 5b)Mature Size10 ft tall, 10 ft wideSun ExposureFull sun (6+ hours)Soil PreferenceEvenly moist, well-drainedBloom TimeEarly springBloom...
Plant Spotlight: Gold Cone Juniper
Accent Plant: Use as a vertical highlight in mixed borders. Foundation Plantings: Brightens corners and entryways. Rock Gardens: Perfect for smaller spaces with well-drained soils. Containers: Excellent for year-round interest in patio pots. Companions: Pairs...
Haywire Port Orford Cedar
Common Name: Haywire Port Orford CedarBloom Time: Evergreen (year-round interest)USDA Zones: 5–8 (cold-hardy enough for Southeastern Wisconsin with protection in exposed sites)Mature Size: 8–12 ft. tall × 3–5 ft. wideHabit: Narrow, upright conifer with slightly...