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Midwest Groundcovers LLC
Добавлен 27 мар 2018
Midwest Groundcovers, LLC, is an industry leader in the propagation, growing and wholesale distribution of quality container nursery stock. We operate over 700 acres of state-of-the-art nursery production facilities at five locations in St. Charles, IL; Virgil, IL; and Glenn, MI. Each year, these nurseries produce millions of container plants, including more than 130 different groundcover varieties; over 240 species of local ecotype native plants identified as Natural Garden Natives®; 140 regional Midwest native species of which some are naturally occurring selections; more than 500 varieties of perennials and ornamental grasses; and over 275 varieties of deciduous shrubs, native shrubs, broadleaf evergreens, hardy shrub roses, conifers, and vines.
Proven Plant Partners For Year-Round Garden Interest
In this episode of Midwest Garden Pros' Proven Plant Partner Series, the focus is on our conifer and evergreen display garden that looks impressive year-round. The featured plant combination includes Nordic® blue juniper, known for its disease resistance and vibrant berries, paired with two grasses: Schizachyrium scoparium 'Carousel' and Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau.' Each plant brings unique textures, colors, and seasonal interest to the garden. The episode encourages viewers to incorporate year-round interest into their garden designs.
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Part Shade Native Plant Combinations
Просмотров 2522 месяца назад
Welcome to the Midwest Garden Pros Series! In this video, we’re featuring a part-shade plant trio perfect for your garden. These plants flourish in moist, well-drained soil with 4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily. Carex muskingumensis (Palm Sedge) - This compact sedge grows 2-3 feet tall, adds lush, palm-like texture, and helps with early spring weed control. Lobelia siphilitica (Great Blue Lobelia...
Drought Tolerant Native Combinations
Просмотров 6942 месяца назад
Discover the perfect plant trio for your Midwest garden! In this video, we showcase a stunning combination of drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plants ideal for hot, dry conditions. Learn about Sideoats Grama with its attractive late-summer blooms and role as a butterfly host, Prairie Coreopsis which supports native bees and adds fall color, and Wild Quinine known for its bold texture and long-...
Dramatic Plant Combination For Late Summer Color
Просмотров 3894 месяца назад
Explore a vibrant late summer garden at Midwest Groundcovers’ main office in St. Charles, Illinois, designed by Austin Eischeid. Featuring Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’, whose bright yellow panicles resemble bursts of fireworks and thrive at a manageable height. Sedum ‘Carl’ adds compact elegance with magenta pink clusters atop grey-green leaves, attracting birds year-round. Eragrostis spectabili...
Reimagining Landscape Staples in a Native Way
Просмотров 5257 месяцев назад
In this webinar, our plant specialists Nikki and Shannon discuss the importance of native varieties in the landscape. They speak about the awareness of the benefits of native plants increasing and how you can use native plants in transitional plantings. This webinar focuses on commonly used landscape staples and potential native suggestions and substitutions. From the importance of natives for ...
Carex Spotlight: Insights from the Mt Cuba Report
Просмотров 5087 месяцев назад
In this webinar, our plant specialists Nikki Melin and Shannon McErnerny discuss the many varieties of Carex and their own experiences growing them for production and performance in the garden. This webinar focuses on the recently published 4-year report that evaluated the horticultural qualities, vigor and adaptability of 70 different Carex species and cultivars. Our plant specialists delve de...
Blooms on the Horizon: 26 New Additions for 2024
Просмотров 4797 месяцев назад
In this webinar, Nikki and Shannon focus on the 26 new plants added to Midwest Groundcovers’ 2024 catalogue. Following extensive trials, these new varieties were chosen for their proven durability and WOW! factor. Our plant specialists highlight natives, perennials and deciduous shrubs that were all chosen for reasons shared in the webinar. Enjoy this colorful and informative webinar to get you...
We're Hiring!
Просмотров 1428 месяцев назад
Have a passion for plants and enjoy working with people? Come join our sales team! We're currently hiring for a Senior Inside Sales Representative and an Account Manager.
This Spring - We'll Be There For You
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.8 месяцев назад
We made this video for all of our industry "Friends"! We want you to know that we'll be there for you when spring gets hectic! Whether its pick up or delivery, we'll be there for you! Need plant recommendations or to place your order online? We'll be there for you - cause you're there for us too!
Deer Resistant Native Plant Combination
Просмотров 518Год назад
In this episode of Midwest Garden Pros, we're at the Midwest Natural Garden location talking about a combination that adds summer color while supporting our local ecosystem. This combination is well suited for a midsized garden in full sun. All three plants are deer resistant and can tolerate clay soils. The base of this combination is Bouteloua curtipendula, or Sideoats Grama. June through Sep...
Midwest Garden Pros Hydrangea Paniculata
Просмотров 419Год назад
In this informative video, we embark on a journey, delving deep into the world of Hydrangea paniculata. As we explore this plant, we unveil the intricate details that make it a true horticultural marvel. From its distinctive characteristics to its remarkable growth patterns, we provide a comprehensive overview of this exceptional species.
Native Plant Combination for Large Spaces
Просмотров 627Год назад
This video explores a native plant combination with bold impact. This four-plant combination uses a grass matrix with pops of tall natives, creating a very striking look for a larger, corporate campus setting. It includes Sporobolus heterolepis or Prairie dropseed, Coreopsis tripteris, or Tall coreopsis, Eutrochium maculatum or Spotted joe-pye weed, and Vernonia fasciculata or Ironweed.
Full Sun Matrix Plant Combo
Просмотров 903Год назад
This video highlights a sun loving perennial plant combination from Midwest Groundcovers' Modern Midwest Matrix Display Garden, located in St. Charles, Illinois. This combination includes Allium Millenium, Sporobolus airoides, and Calamintha nepeta ssp nepeta. This low maintenance perennials combination can beat the heat and survive in the sun.
2023 Proven Winners® Plants of the Year
Просмотров 977Год назад
We're excited to be growing four of Proven Winners® 2023 Plant of Year varieties! Watch the video to learn what Nikki & Shannon like most about these plants. Hydrangea of the Year - Limelight Prime® (Hydrangea paniculata), Perennial of the Year - Dolce® 'Wildberry' (Heuchera), Hosta of the Year - Shadowland® 'Empress Wu' (Hosta), and Rose of the Year - Ringo All-Star™ (Rosa).
Native Plants for Midsummer Color
Просмотров 839Год назад
Learn about a stunning native plant combination that works well in residential landscapes. This combination focuses on providing midsummer color, also brings an array of birds, bees, and butterflies to the garden. Learn about Rudbeckia fulgida var. speciosa (Showy Black-Eyed Susan), Verbena stricta (Hoary Vervain), Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower), and Pycnanthemum virginianum (Common Mou...
Combining Carex and Aquilegia canadensis
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Combining Carex and Aquilegia canadensis
Inspired Intros - New Plants at Midwest in 2023
Просмотров 336Год назад
Inspired Intros - New Plants at Midwest in 2023
Midwest Opportunities Are Always Growing
Просмотров 876Год назад
Midwest Opportunities Are Always Growing
The Role of Durable Plants in a Changing Climate
Просмотров 370Год назад
The Role of Durable Plants in a Changing Climate
Native Plant Highlights - Midwest Native Gardens Update Part 2
Просмотров 973Год назад
Native Plant Highlights - Midwest Native Gardens Update Part 2
Lessons Learned - Midwest Native Garden Updates Part 1
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.Год назад
Lessons Learned - Midwest Native Garden Updates Part 1
Proven Plant Partners Dry Shade Combo
Просмотров 9102 года назад
Proven Plant Partners Dry Shade Combo
Multi-Season Interest in the Native Garden
Просмотров 6002 года назад
Multi-Season Interest in the Native Garden