Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Parkland Pillar® Birch
If you’re seeking a stately, space-saving specimen for your landscape, look no further than Parkland Pillar® Birch. This columnar form of Asian white birch was selected for its remarkably narrow habit—reaching just 6–7 feet wide at maturity—paired with the lustrous white bark and golden fall color that make birches such prized garden accents. Whether used as a living screen, a vertical focal point, or a dramatic accent in a tight urban yard, Parkland Pillar® Birch brings year-round interest and effortless elegance to Southeast Wisconsin gardens. Key Characteristics Form & Size Columnar, upright habit: 30–40 ft tall × 6–7 ft wide Dense branching creates a clean, vertical silhouette Bark & Foliage Smooth, creamy-white bark that stands out against dark evergreens and masonry Bright green, ovate leaves (2–3″ long) with serrated edges Seasonal Interest Spring/Summer: Fresh green...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Autumn Joy Sedum
Autumn Joy Sedum, formerly known as Sedum 'Herbstfreude,' is a reliable and attractive perennial that brings color to the garden from late summer into fall. Its fleshy, succulent leaves are topped with large, flat clusters of star-shaped flowers that transition from...
Hardy Hibiscus
Hardy Hibiscus, known for its large, tropical-looking flowers, is a showstopper in the garden. The blooms can be up to 12 inches in diameter and come in a range of colors including red, pink, and white. Blooming from mid-summer to fall, Hardy Hibiscus adds a dramatic...