Gardening tips for southeast Wisconsin by Heritage Hill Nursery
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August Gardening Tips for Southeastern Wisconsin
August in Southeastern Wisconsin brings hot, humid days and warm nights—perfect for lush growth, but also demanding extra care in the garden. As the peak of summer shifts toward early fall, your beds and borders need attention to stay healthy, productive, and...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for July 2023
Perennials As we venture into July, it's crucial to adjust your watering strategy to account for potential dry spells. Early-season shallow watering could leave plants unprepared to source water from deep within the soil. Therefore, for this month, make sure to water...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for June 2023
Perennials Discover three stunning perennials that can elevate your garden and bring joy to your gardening endeavors this season. Take a closer look: Yarrow: Thriving in sandy soil and full sun, Yarrow is well-suited for drought-prone areas. With its rapid spreading...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for May 2023
Perennials May is a busy month for gardening! For perennials, bring out the peony cages and other plant supports to provide the necessary support to the plants once they become top-heavy. Make sure to guide new stems into the squares early, as it becomes more...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for April 2023
Perennials As the snow melts and the ground begins to thaw, you’ll notice the early risers trying to poke their way through the layers of mulch. You can help these new plants along by moving the ground cover to the side, allowing the stems easy access to the warmth of...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for November 2022
Perennials Shhh… I’m sleeping. For most perennials, after they have been cut down for the winter, there isn’t anything more that will need to be done. However, some perennials such as Butterfly Bush or Lavender, will benefit by adding 6-8” layer of mounding mulch...
Wisconsin Gardener’s Tips for October 2022
Perennials After your plants have turned dry and brown it is time to cut them back. Be careful not to cut them too soon though. In order to prepare for winter, the roots will reabsorb all of the nutrients from the stems. Perennial plants with woody stems, like...





