Some of our favorite plants for the season!
Spotlight Plants
Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, is an iconic North American perennial celebrated for its large, daisy-like blooms and sturdy, upright habit. Blooming from early summer into fall, its rosy-purple petals surround a prominent, spiky central cone—both a visual focal point in the garden and a valuable food source for pollinators. Highly adaptable and low-maintenance, Purple Coneflower is a summer staple for Southeast Wisconsin landscapes, offering color continuity, wildlife benefits, and versatile design uses. Key Characteristics Flower Structure & Bloom Time Flowers measure 3–4″ across, with reflexed pink-purple rays radiating from an orange-brown central cone. Blooms from June through September (and sometimes into October), providing long-lasting color. Flower heads open sequentially along the stem, ensuring weeks of continuous interest. Foliage & Growth Habit...
Blue Star Amsonia
Blue Star Amsonia is a stunning perennial that thrives in the temperate climate of Southeast Wisconsin. This plant is known for its lovely clusters of star-shaped blue flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer, providing a striking contrast against its narrow,...
Jack Frost Brunnera
Jack Frost Brunnera is admired for its beautiful heart-shaped leaves that appear dusted with frost, thanks to their silvery overlay and pronounced green veins. During May, it produces delicate sprays of tiny blue flowers that closely resemble forget-me-nots, adding a...
Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass is a striking ornamental grass that offers year-round interest with its tall, slender form and feathery plumes that emerge in early summer. It grows quickly in spring, reaching heights of up to 5 feet, and its upright, clumping habit...
Annabelle Hydrangea
The Annabelle Hydrangea is renowned for its spectacular large, round, white flowers that bloom profusely from early summer to fall. Starting to bud in late May, this shrub can produce flower heads measuring up to 12 inches in diameter, creating a stunning visual...
May Night Salvia
The May Night Salvia is celebrated for its stunning deep indigo blooms that make a bold statement in any garden from late spring to early summer. This perennial is particularly valued for its drought resistance once established and its ability to attract beneficial...
Rhubarb
Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that's as easy to grow as it is versatile in the kitchen. Planting rhubarb crowns in late April takes advantage of the cool spring weather, ideal for establishing their root systems in Cedarburg's climate. Rhubarb plants prefer a sunny...