Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Amsonia Blue Ice
Blue Ice Amsonia is a beautiful and dependable perennial that brings cool blue tones to the spring garden. With star-shaped flowers that bloom in mid to late spring and soft green foliage that turns golden in the fall, this plant offers multi-season interest with very little maintenance. Originally developed from native Amsonia species, Blue Ice is known for its compact size, tidy mounding habit, and richer flower color than other varieties. While many Amsonia bloom in pale blue, Blue Ice features a deeper, almost violet-blue flower that stands out beautifully against fresh spring greens. This plant is well-suited for Southeast Wisconsin gardens. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and long-lived, making it a reliable addition to low-maintenance perennial beds. Blue Ice typically grows to about 12–15 inches tall...
Arborvitae
Arborvitae, known for their year-round green foliage and easy-going nature, are a staple in landscapes for creating privacy screens, hedges, or even as standalone specimens. These hardy evergreens can thrive in Cedarburg's climate, adapting well to both the cold...
Tulips
Tulips are the quintessence of spring, bringing a vibrant splash of color to gardens in April. With their unmistakable cup-shaped flowers, tulips come in an almost endless variety of colors, sizes, and shapes, making them a versatile choice for any garden design. From...
Forsythia
Forsythia bushes are among the first signs that spring has truly arrived, bursting into a dazzling display of bright yellow blooms before their leaves even unfurl. These hardy shrubs are virtually carefree once established, thriving in Cedarburg's climate with minimal...
Pansies
Pansies are the vibrant heralds of spring, blooming with a resilience that belies their delicate appearance. Thriving in the cooler temperatures of early spring, these versatile flowers bring gardens to life with a kaleidoscope of colors ranging from deep purples and...
Recycling Xmas Tree Ideas
When the holiday season comes to an end there are many ways to upcycle and utilize the tree. If you live in an area where it is permitted the tree can be placed outside and left. Local wildlife will use it as a shelter from the winter wind and freezing temperatures....
CANAAN FIR
If you like Balsams and Frasers but cannot choose between the two, then you are in luck! The Canaan Fir exhibits traits from both, which makes this a truly magnificent tree for the holiday season. With the coveted aroma and smaller, lighter trunks of the Balsam and...