Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Red Osier Dogwood ‘Baileyi’
Common Name: Red Osier Dogwood ‘Baileyi’Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer (May–June), with ornamental fruit in late summerUSDA Zones: 2–7 (exceptionally hardy in Southeastern Wisconsin)Mature Size: 8–10 ft. tall × 8–10 ft. wideHabit: Multi-stemmed, rounded shrubFoliage: Green leaves turning red-purple in fallWinter Interest: Striking red stems visible after leaf drop Introduction Few shrubs provide as much four-season beauty as the Red Osier Dogwood ‘Baileyi’. With its clusters of creamy white spring flowers, lush summer foliage, attractive white berries, and fiery red stems in winter, this native shrub is a true all-year performer in Southeastern Wisconsin landscapes. Its adaptability to a wide range of soils—including wet or poorly drained sites—makes it both functional and ornamental. Heritage Hill Nursery carries the Baileyi Red Osier Dogwood—a reliable, hardy choice for...
Butterfly Weed
Butterfly Weed, or Asclepias tuberosa, is a vibrant, perennial native prized for its blazing clusters of orange blossoms and remarkable appeal to pollinators. Often called “Orange Milkweed,” this sun-loving beauty thrives in poor, well-drained soils and brings a burst...
Prairie Smoke
Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum), also known as Old Man’s Whiskers or Three-Flowered Avens, is a charming native perennial prized for its ethereal, wispy seed heads and delicate nodding blooms. A true prairie gem, this low-growing plant brings architectural interest and...
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,...
Low Scape Snowfire Chokeberry
Low Scape Snowfire® Chokeberry is a compact, multi-season shrub that offers beauty, resilience, and native appeal — all in a tidy, manageable package. With bright white spring flowers, glossy green foliage, vibrant red fall color, and ornamental black berries, this...
Dwarf Korean Lilac
Dwarf Korean Lilac (Syringa meyeri 'Palibin') is a compact, fragrant flowering shrub that’s perfect for smaller spaces or gardeners who want all the beauty of traditional lilacs — without the size or maintenance. With lavender-pink blooms, a delightful scent, and...
Columbine
Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), also known as wild columbine or Eastern red columbine, is a graceful and airy native perennial that brings movement, color, and pollinator activity to spring gardens. With its delicate, nodding flowers in shades of red and yellow,...