Walk through the gardens right now and it is hard to miss. Daylilies are in full bloom, and if you have never grown them before, this is the time of year that makes the case for why you should. Why daylilies are such an easy perennial to grow Part of what makes...
If you have a shady spot in your yard that has stumped you for years, hostas are probably the answer you have been overlooking for your garden. They are one of the most reliable, low maintenance perennials for shade, and once you understand the basic categories,...
By the time July rolls around, the questions we get start to shift. It is not “what should I plant” anymore, it is “is my garden going to make it.” Fair question. Heat and humidity in Illinois can be brutal on anything that went into the ground...
We’re passionate about offering plants that support local ecosystems, thrive in our region, and provide long‑lasting beauty. Last year we introduced a new collection of native perennials as well as more natives in our tree & shrub department. For 2026, we’re...
The Poppies That Always Came Back Written by Dave Hornbaker Mom loved poppies. She didn’t love them in an “oh, those are pretty” casual way. She loved them in the way you love something that feels like part of who you are. Wherever there was a...
