Plants from Chicagoland Grows will now be marketed under the name Chicagoland Grows Plant Collection, highlighting the stories of each plant and the mission of each breeding program.

Among plant breeders’ top recommendations for the coming season are these new options to add for both interest and structure.

The Perennial Plant Symposium gave perennials suppliers a chance to showcase their hottest new offerings. Here are a few hot prospects for the coming growing season.

“SmileyZ” is a long-day bloomer, making it a great item for summer in large 8-inch or 10-inch deco containers.