Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Red Sprite Winterberry
Common Name: Red Sprite WinterberryBloom Time: Inconspicuous white flowers in late spring to early summer (May–June)Fruit Time: Bright red berries from fall through winterUSDA Zones: 3–9 (hardy in Southeastern Wisconsin)Mature Size: 3–5 ft. tall × 3–5 ft. wideHabit: Compact, rounded deciduous hollyFoliage: Glossy green leaves turning yellow in fall; bare stems in winter highlight berries Introduction When the garden landscape turns gray and bare in late fall, Red Sprite Winterberry delivers an unforgettable splash of festive color. This compact shrub is a female cultivar of the native winterberry holly (Ilex verticillata), producing brilliant clusters of red berries that persist well into winter and often through early spring. For Wisconsin gardeners, this means months of vibrant display against snow and evergreens, along with a critical food source for birds when other food is scarce....
Black-eyed Susan
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is one of North America’s most beloved wildflowers, celebrated for its cheerful golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark chocolate-brown center. This classic daisy-like perennial shines in cottage gardens, prairie restorations, and...
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...