We’re Growing!
HG Webmaster2022-09-27T13:42:16-05:00Those of you who have visited us recently have seen our tremendous selection of fall-blooming mums in all colors & sizes. Did you know that we grew every one of them? Over 8,000 [...]
Halloween Décor [2022 Update]
HG Webmaster2022-09-26T10:31:54-05:00Halloween continues to gain on Christmas over recent years as THE holiday for decorating, and we’re joining in! Find all you need at Heyden's Gardens to host a scary-good time at your home. [...]
Deer Resistant Trees and Shrubs
HG Webmaster2022-09-10T06:31:14-05:00Continuing our theme of deer-resistant plants, here we address woody landscape plants (trees and shrubs) that are resistant to deer browsing. Below you'll find our top list of deer resistant trees and shrubs. [...]
Maple Comparisons
HG Webmaster2022-08-11T14:52:45-05:00The Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is our official Wisconsin state tree. With its stately habit, durable wood, and blazing autumn color, it is a fitting choice in many landscapes. It's an exceptional landscape [...]
Deer Resistant Perennials
HG Webmaster2022-08-15T10:44:01-05:00Dealing with our large population of deer in southeastern Wisconsin can be a challenge. While they are lovely to observe in the wild, they are infuriating to observe up close in our gardens [...]
Deer Resistant Annuals
HG Webmaster2022-08-15T10:45:19-05:00This deer resistant annuals article is here by popular demand. Every year, in spring, I have dozens of people ask me the same question, "Which annuals can I plant that the deer [...]
Ninebark & Cultivars
HG Webmaster2022-05-20T10:52:08-05:00Common Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) is an underrated native shrub with four-season interest. This native species is a graceful arching shrub with clusters of creamy white spring flowers followed by showy seed capsules and [...]
Weigela
Zannah Crowe2022-06-13T08:40:40-05:00Weigela is a hardy, vigorous, disease and pest-resistant deciduous shrub that can fill many roles in the landscape. Its funnel-shaped flowers are borne in great abundance in late spring/early summer in colors including [...]
Why Grow Wisconsin Native Plants?
Zannah Crowe2022-04-26T11:40:27-05:00Wisconsin Natives are perfectly suited to growing in our climate and soil. The landscape of southeastern Wisconsin was historically comprised...
Plants for Wet Sites
Zannah Crowe2022-04-26T11:42:40-05:00Choosing plants for wet sites can be a challenge for those that have areas on their property that are low lying or prone to flooding. Selecting plants that thrive in wet and moist soil [...]
Two Old Goats Essential Oil Lotion
Zannah Crowe2022-05-09T13:11:39-05:00Two Old Goats essential oil lotion has a cult following. This product has a passionate fan base, and we have an ever-growing group of clients who visit us regularly to purchase this must-have lotion. [...]
Fall Blooming Bulbs: Lycoris & Colchicum
Zannah Crowe2022-05-10T05:46:12-05:00Most gardeners are familiar with planting hardy bulbs in autumn for spring bloom, but did you know that there are also bulbs that can be planted in autumn that will provide fall blossoms for [...]
