As we welcome the summer season in Chicago, the Purple Coneflower stands out as a fantastic native plant to add to your landscape. Known for its striking, vibrant purple flowers and orange-tipped center, this perennial is not only beautiful but also incredibly beneficial for local ecosystems.
Read MoreIf you're looking to enhance your landscape or rooftop deck with beauty, biodiversity, and year-round interest, consider planting a Serviceberry—our latest Illinois Native Plant of the Month. Also known as Juneberry, Shadbush, or Saskatoon depending on the region and species, Serviceberry is a multi-season standout that benefits both people and pollinators. This adaptable small tree or large shrub typically grows 15 to 25 feet tall, making it well-suited for a range of garden sizes and urban environments.
Read MoreZizia aurea is a valuable native perennial that supports biodiversity by providing early-season nectar for a wide range of pollinators, especially native bees and butterflies. Its small yellow flowers are a magnet for species like sweat bees and small carpenter bees, and it serves as a larval host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly, whose caterpillars feed on its foliage.
Read MoreWe are always excited about green roof projects because of their numerous benefits. Creating Your dream outdoor space: the Rooftopia Experience
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