Woodland Gardening in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Some of the most beautiful gardens are found beneath the trees.

Woodland gardening embraces the natural conditions of shaded and partially shaded landscapes while celebrating the plants that thrive there.

What is a Woodland Garden?

Woodland gardens mimic the structure and beauty of natural forest ecosystems.

These gardens often feature:

• Ferns

• Native wildflowers

• Shade-loving perennials

• Natural mulch layers

• Diverse wildlife habitat

Benefits of Woodland Gardening

Woodland gardens offer:

• Lower maintenance

• Reduced watering needs

• Wildlife habitat

• Four-season interest

• Natural beauty

Favorite Woodland Plants

Popular woodland garden plants include:

• Ostrich Fern

• Lady Fern

• Cinnamon Fern

• Native wildflowers

• Shade-tolerant perennials

These plants provide texture, movement, and seasonal interest throughout the year.

Working With Nature

Rather than fighting shade, woodland gardens embrace it.

The result is often a more sustainable and resilient landscape that supports birds, pollinators, and other wildlife.

Inspired by the Upper Peninsula

Many of the woodland plants we grow and admire are inspired by the forests, wetlands, and natural habitats found throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

They remind us that some of the most remarkable gardens already exist in nature.