August 28, 2020
Himalayan blackberries are now ripe! Often thought of as a nuisance; an invasive weed that we aim to rid our properties of, Himalayan blackberries are an abundant (and often FREE) food source for wildlife and for us! Blackberries On our farm & nursery property we are happy to maintain a few patches of this invasive,… Read more >
March 16, 2020
The relationship between plants and gardens and our health is ancient. As early as 3000 B.C. the Chinese have used medicinal herbs. The Greeks built a temple for Asclepius, their god of healing, set among mineral springs, bathing pools, and gardens. Green was a sacred color in ancient Egypt and represented the hope of spring that… Read more >
Organized under Community, Edible Gardening, Education, Garden Tips & Advice, Sustainability, Trends. Labeled as garden benefits, gardening benefits, healing benefits of gardens, Healing Gardens, medicinal plants, power of plants.
January 8, 2020
Although there’s not too much blooming and showing off this time of year, you can still find a handful of plants that can brighten up any winter day. Chief Joseph Lodgepole Pine (Pinus contorta ‘Chief Joseph’) will add a bit of sunny yellow to your garden where color may be lacking in winter. In winter,… Read more >
December 17, 2019
December has been a busy month full of new clients and new designs. These concepts are for a larger property in Snohomish. One concept includes a deck porch and bluestone entry with pergola along with a flagstone firepit area and connecting pathways. The second concept has a concrete paver entry, veggie garden beds, and a… Read more >
December 11, 2019
These evergreen plants work hard to provide all season interest. They can be placed in partial to full sun areas and are a fuss free plant in general. Most types are heat tolerant, but they should be watered regularly during their first growing season to help establish a good root system. Another benefit to these… Read more >
Organized under Buds and Blooms, Evergreen Foliage, Low Maintenance Gardens, Plant of the Month, Plants I Dig, Water-wise Gardening, Winter Gardens. Labeled as ascot rainbow spurge, blackbird spurge, container gardens, deer resistant plants, euphorbia x blackbird, euphorbia x martinii ascot rainbow, euphorbia x martinii red martin, euphorbia x martinii redwing, euphorbia x martinii rudolph, Evergreen plants, evergreen shrub, plant of the month, plants for containers, red martin spurge, redwing spurge, rudolph winter spurge, winter interest plants.
Blackberries Are Ripe!
Healing Benefits of Gardens 
Plant of the Month: Chief Joseph Lodgepole Pine 
What We’re Working On: December 2019 
Plant of the Month: Euphorbia 
