Arborvitae are one of the most used landscape plants in the Midwest. Not only are they gorgeous, (mostly) green giants, they are utilitarian in many gardens!

Viburnums are among the top hedge shrubs that change with the seasons and offer a wide range of varieties and cultivars.

Viburnums are among the top hedge shrubs that change with the seasons and offer a wide range of varieties and cultivars.

Perennial Grasses can fit into any landscape whether you need an upright plant that doesn't spread too much or a tiny mounded accent plant.

Roses have to be one of the oldest, classic landscape plants in existence.

Lilacs are one of the most iconic spring blooming shrubs! With their full foliage, plentiful flowers and sweet fragrance you can't go wrong!

Annuals are what bring life to any porch, deck, window box, landscape, or patio for several months out of the year!

Besides early blooming spring bulbs, Forsythia are one of the earliest indications that spring is approaching!

For those of us that have to deal with the cold winter months, spring blooming bulbs are usually the first hopeful sign of the new season!

This plant is a beautiful, fragrant lily that is forced to bloom for the Easter holiday!

Anemones have been one of my favorite plants for years and my love started with the perennial Japanese Anemone.

Even if you aren't from WI or IL, this is a great post to understand what plant shops are like in the Midwest!

Let's will dive into how to now maintain the plants you picked out, common pests and diseases, and design considerations.

I am just as passionate about landscape plants as I am houseplants! I loved being able to understand design, environment, and plant material