What Kind of Flowering Bushes Grow Well in Northern Illinois?
Red twig dogwood provides winter interest in the Illinois landscape. altrendo nature/Stockbyte/Getty Images Flowering shrubs grow well in northern Illinois, with its freezing winter temperatures, warm summers and adequate year-round rainfall. Flowering bushes bloom reliably with very little coddling from the homeowner, and are ideal for low-maintenance landscapes. Planted en masse, they make an impressive display when in bloom. Many varieties produce berries or other small fruits, providing food for local wildlife. Hypericum Growing to a mature size of just 2 to 3 feet with an equal spread, hypericum (Hypericum kalmianum) is also commonly called St. John’s Wort. Its bright yellow flowers bloom in July and August, well set-off against the plant’s blue-green leaves. Grow hypericum in full sun, in moist to wet soil, although it can tolerate some dryness. St. John’s Wort is tolerant of adverse conditions and a good choice for urban sites. Plant in masses as a border hedge, near foundations
