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...
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...
Every year, as we pore over plant catalogs and study offerings from our trusted growers, we find ourselves imagining what will feel fresh and exciting in your gardens for the year ahead. We want our selections to provide plants that not only have a strong garden...
The Perennial Plant Association has named Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’ — commonly known as Blackhawks big bluestem — the 2026 Perennial Plant of the Year! This award highlights plants that excel in beauty, resilience, and ecological value, and Blackhawks delivers...
Brighten Low-Light Areas with these 10 stunning Perrenials Not every garden basks in full sun. Some spaces live in soft morning light, beneath tall trees or beside north-facing walls where shadows linger long after the day has brightened. These corners may seem quiet,...
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...
