Midwest Regional Reports
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Midwest Regional ReportsUnderused Perennials for the Midwest
1. Martagon Lily Name: Lilium martagon Zones: 3–9 Size: 3 to 6 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide Conditions: Partial sun to partial shade; evenly moist,…
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Midwest Regional ReportsUnderused Perennials for the Northern Plains
1. Purple Poppy Mallow Name: Callirhoe involucrata Zones: 4–8 Size: 6 to 9 inches tall and 2 to 3 feet wide Conditions: Full sun; dry to medium, well-drained…
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Midwest Regional ReportsWonderful Willows for the Midwest
When you're looking out on the March landscape, it can be hard to feel inspired. After months of ice and snow, even the grasses and seed heads we normally count…
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Midwest Regional ReportsMidwest: March To-Do List
Search for seminars. March is perhaps the most popular time for gardening conferences and seminars hosted by Master Gardener associations, botanical gardens, and university extension services. Check their individual websites…
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Midwest Regional ReportsConifers for Gardens in the Midwest
See regional picks for conifers, and read the article by Andrew Brand for even more ideas. “Evergreen conifers provide the bones for any landscape. They offer a variety of colors,…
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Midwest Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Grass Companions – Midwest
1. Chardonnay Pearls® Slender Deutzia Name: Deutzia gracilis ‘Duncan’ USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8 Size: 2 to 3 feet tall and wide Conditions: Full sun to partial…
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Midwest Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Foundation-Friendly Plants – Midwest
Find foundation-friendly plants for the Midwest below, and read the article by Nick McCullough for even more ideas: “The most critical aspect of your foundation beds is selecting plants that…
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Midwest Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Best Natives – Midwest
Incorporating native plants into your landscape design is an easy way to help support your local wildlife. Native plants support native insects. If we keep our native insect populations healthy…
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Midwest Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Best Natives – Northern Plains
Incorporating native plants into your landscape design is an easy way to help support your local wildlife. Native plants support native insects. If we keep our native insect populations healthy…
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Midwest Regional ReportsRegional Picks: Plant Wish List – Midwest
1. Rhizoma Corydalis Name: Corydalis turtschaninovii Usda Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9 Size: 6 to 8 inches tall and wide Conditions: Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soil…
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