Some of our favorite plants for the season!

Spotlight Plants

Black-eyed Susan

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 mixed borders, offering up months of bright color from mid-summer into fall. Renowned for its adaptability and low-maintenance habits, Black-eyed Susan is a must-have for Southeast Wisconsin gardeners seeking long-lasting bloom, wildlife value, and ease of care. Key Characteristics Bloom Time & Flowers Flowers appear from July through October, peaking in late summer Each 2–3″ bloom features a contrasting dark cone (“eye”) encircled by 8–12 golden rays Flowers open sequentially, keeping the plant in continuous bloom for weeks Foliage & Habit Erect stems reach 2–3 ft tall, supporting blooms well above foliage Leaves...

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Pansies

Pansies

Pansies are beloved for their cheerful, multi-colored blooms and ability to thrive in cooler temperatures. These hardy annuals are perfect for fall gardens, adding vibrant splashes of color in shades of purple, yellow, blue, and white. Pansies are also known for their...

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Ornamental Kale

Ornamental Kale

Ornamental Kale is a popular choice for fall gardens, known for its colorful, ruffled leaves that add texture and visual interest. While not typically grown for consumption, Ornamental Kale provides a striking display in shades of purple, pink, white, and green. It...

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Witch Hazel

Witch Hazel

Witch Hazel is a unique shrub or small tree known for its late-fall blooms and fragrant flowers. The yellow, spider-like flowers appear in October and November, providing a splash of color when most other plants have finished blooming. Witch Hazel is also valued for...

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Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemums, or mums, are a beloved fall flower known for their vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms. These perennials come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, from cushion mums to spider mums, and bloom in shades of yellow, red, pink, purple, and white. Mums...

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Aster

Aster

Asters are a quintessential fall flower, known for their daisy-like blooms in shades of purple, pink, blue, and white. These perennials provide a burst of color when many other plants are winding down for the season. Blooming from late summer through fall, Asters are...

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Japanese Anemone

Japanese Anemone

Japanese Anemone, also known as Anemone hupehensis, is a charming perennial that adds a touch of elegance to the late summer and fall garden. Its delicate, cup-shaped flowers bloom in shades of pink, white, and lavender, held aloft on tall, wiry stems that sway...

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