Skip to main content

Perennials

Perennials

Events

Blog Posts

Pink surprise lily flowers
Read article: Surprise lilies shock with late bloom
Surprise lilies shock with late bloom
When I try to think of plants that live up to their common name, surprise lily (Lycoris squamigera) tops the list.  In fact, this plant has...
bluebell flowers
Read article: Plants that are made for the shade
Plants that are made for the shade
Many people struggle to grow plants in the shade. I’ve often heard, “Nothing will grow there!” Never fear, though, there’s a plant for every space...
small-leaved green sedum grows into pink stalked green-leaved sedum
Read article: Grow a showy garden with less water: Plant drought-tolerant plants
Grow a showy garden with less water: Plant drought-tolerant plants
Summer water stress in the garden happens. Scorching temperatures combined with little to no water can be tough on plants. Grow a stunning landscape...
red strawberries with green tops laying on more red strawberries with green tops
Read article: Unveiling the diverse world of strawberries: June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral 
Unveiling the diverse world of strawberries: June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral 
When it comes to fruits that evoke feelings of summer, strawberries are undoubtedly at the top of the list. These delicious red berries have been a...

News Releases

Group of yellow and purple perennial plants.
Four Seasons Gardening series ushers in the fall season with care
URBANA, Ill. — As seasons shift, take care and fall into gardening with ease. Find healing, growth, and how adding a little planning keeps the mind going and growing. Explore how to keep the season alive with tips for dividing perennials, continuing self-growth, and healing with time...
Up close image of purple coneflowers
Build drought-tolerant gardens this fall for next summer’s blooms
URBANA, Ill. — Many Illinois gardens are entering the fall stressed from the lack of summer rains combined with scorching hot temperatures. These conditions easily stress some plants; however, many plants quickly adapt to hot, dry conditions. Drought-tolerant plants are not only tough and...
amur honeysuckle
Invasive and Nuisance Plants Workshop Offered in Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill-----Fall can be a suitable time to address some landscape plant issues. Woody plants and other perennials can best be managed during the fall. If you have noticed some plant types are taking over your landscape, this is the time to exercise some control for a better next year,...
A variety of pollinator-friendly perennial flowers of various colors, sizes, and shapes.
Care for perennial gardens with 3 proven pruning methods
URBANA, Ill. — Pruning perennial flowers takes a garden from looking fair to well-kept. Deadheading, cutting back, and pinching are all pruning techniques that can keep perennial plants looking well cared for and healthy.  Pruning perennials is a complex topic because different plants...