Northfield in Bloom
Northfield is in Bloom - the bright blue of the Scilla which covers many of the lawns on the east side of town with an overcast of blue and green or perhaps it is the bright yellow of the Forsythia or the bright white of the Magnolias! Northfield is in bloom!
Scilla is a bulb that is planted in the ground however it will produce a seed head and self-seed itself causing the “field” of blue in many yards. Scilla should be planted in the fall for your wonderful spring display!
The Forsythia — no one ever recognizes the Forsytia when you walk by unless it’s spring. The bright yellow flowers come out in the spring - ahead of the leaves! These wonderful shrubs make a great specimen plant or in groups - make great hedges!
The Magnolia. One of the most gorgeous Magnolia trees is located just north and a little west of St. John’s Church here in town. This tree has been there many years and provides a breathtaking display every spring. There are several varieties of Magnolias that are hardy to Minnesota - the one pictured is a Merrill’s Magnolia. This plant will grow to upwards of 30 to 40 feet. The Royal Star is one of the shortest - at 10-15 feet in height and the Leonard Messel - which sports pink blossoms tops out at 20-25 feet. These plants are available in shrub form and in tree form!
We have the Forsythia and the Magnolias in stock right now - and in full bloom! Stop in and check them out!
