August 2014 Plant Profile: Aeonium arboreum var. atropurpureum
Succulents continue to be popular plants for gardeners of all levels. Even though some might not be hardy over the winter, they are strikingly architectural annuals and easy to care for given the right conditions.
Read moreJuly 2014 Plant Profile: Hydrangea integrifolia
A strange, but beautifully bizarre climbing hydrangea is beginning to bloom at the Center for Urban Horticulture.
Read moreJune 2014 Plant Profile: Philadelphus lewisii
June is a great time to celebrate our native Lewis’s Mock Orange which is currently in blooming at UWBG!
Read moreApril 2014 Plant Profile: Convallaria majalis ‘Striatum’
One of the most iconic and fragrant of all spring flowers, this variegated selection of lily-of-the-valley is not as aggressive as the straight species.
Read moreMarch 2014 Plant Profile: Stewartia sinensis
A new tree will be added to our collections at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Stewartia sinensis will be planted in the Soest Perennial Display Garden.
Read moreFebruary 2014 Plant Profile: Helleborus x ballardiae Gold Collection® Merlin
One of the toughest, but also one of the most beautiful winter blooming perennials! We have a special hybrid Hellebore new to UW Botanic Gardens!
Read moreJanuary 2014 Plant Profile: Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’
Striking color and accent for year round containers. The golden Monterey Cypress is popular and readily available for gardeners!
Read moreNovember 2013 Plant Profile: Camellia sasanqua ‘Setsugekka’
A sweet and lovely surprise for fall as Camellias start putting on a show. See Camellia sasanqua ‘Setsugekka’ in full bloom this month!
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