Hyperion Daylily

It’s time for new year’s resolutions. It’s not the end of the year, but it is the end of the gardening season. Bulbs have been planted, perennials that need it have been cut back. There’s nothing left to do but review the past season and look ahead to spring.
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Gas Plant (Dictamnus albus)

In south-central Wisconsin, we can expect our first fall frost sometime in early to mid-October. The morning after is always something of a shock. Tomato plants, annuals and tender perennials are suddenly wilted and dead or dying. In the following weeks, as I trim away black stalks and carry mushy tomatoes to the compost pile, I come to appreciate the perennials that can withstand some cold and still look beautiful, even if they’re not in bloom. Here are a few of my favorites.

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