February 1, 2019
Height: 18-24 inches Spread: 12-18 inches Habit/Form: Upright, compact Hardiness Zone: 5-9 Exposure: Full sun Soil: Moist, well-drained
When summertime arrives, bright and cheery colors are usually a must-have in the garden. In order to obtain this color-popping canvas, annuals tend to be the popular choice. This perennial can do more for you than any annual, with eye-catching colors that will surely make a dramatic comeback every year. Butterflies and bees love them, and the Coneflower has many other colors to choose from, making them versatile in every way!
Mass plantings, containers, pollinator gardens and cut flower gardens.
Also known as windflower, the Honorine Jobert anemone was voted the Perennial Plant Association’s Perennial of the Year award in 2016 for its vigorous growth, low-maintenance, and beautiful white blooms.
Eclipse hydrangea is one of LawnCare by Walter’s favorites and is becoming more popular in Rockford as the winters get milder.
This tried-and-true plant is a favorite of LCbW’s landscape designers.
Vernal witch hazel is easy to grow and thrives in moist, well-drained soil.