by Hornbaker Gardens | Apr 4, 2025 | Perennials
With the start of a new spring season, we have dozens of new perennials to offer. While this article highlights many of our new selections, you are welcome to browse the full collection of New Plants for 2025 on our website. We’ll start with perennials for the sunny... by Hornbaker Gardens | Apr 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
At Hornbaker Gardens, we’re always looking for ways to work with the natural beauty around us. One of our favorite local resources is Maclura pomifera, commonly known as Osage Orange. This remarkable tree grows in abundance in our area, and its incredible durability... by Hornbaker Gardens | Apr 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Perennial Plant Association has chosen Pycnanthemum muticum, commonly known as Clustered Mountain Mint, as the 2025 Perennial Plant of the Year. Native to the eastern United States, this herbaceous perennial is celebrated for its ecological value and ornamental... by Hornbaker Gardens | Apr 2, 2025 | Trees & Shrubs
Pam Horwitz is the Tree and Shrub Sales Manager at Hornbaker Gardens. Pam began as a Landscape Designer in 1995, and worked as manager at a retail garden center in Chicago, specializing in trees and shrubs for 11 years. Pam has many hobbies and creative interests,... by Hornbaker Gardens | Jul 9, 2024 | News
Every year, sometime in late June to mid-July we begin our yearly hosta dig. During our hosta dig, we pot up plants grown from our own fields to give you access to quality, Hornbaker-grown hostas. We select varieties from our propagation beds that have been growing...