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Natives for the Neighbors

Native plants. What's all the buzz about? First off, it helps to understand what exactly makes a plant “native”. Native Wisconsin plants are defined by their existence in the Wisconsin landscape prior to the 1800’s; basically before European settlers arrived to the area. Their popularity has grown...more
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Ask Jill

Native Highlights: Shagbark Hickory

One of the most common hickory in Wisconsin that is easily identified by its shaggy bark, large leaves and edible nuts. more
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Ask Paul

Hooray for Hardy Hibiscus

It is once again time for the hardy hibiscus to make their dazzling appearance during these long days of summer. Unlike their tropical cousins, they are easy to grow, hardy through zone 4 and come in an array of colors. The large flowers are sure to please and always seem to draw attention...more
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Don't Ask Tom

Saving Orphans

My yard is a cataclysm of misfit trees.    Virtually every tree in my yard is a reclamation project.  Each one is a distorted unsatisfactory (unsaleable) specimen that I am ‘saving’.  I have an Autumn Blaze Maple in the shape of an S.  There is the multi-stem Swamp White/Bur Oak which stands 24”...more
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