July 3, 2014
With this gorgeous weather we’ve had lately the respite of the shade is a refreshing change. Many of us here in the pacific northwest have lots of space for shade gardening. Between the cloudy days and the huge fir, hemlock and maple trees gardening in the shade can pose challenges. For bright spots of color… Read more >
June 19, 2014
Earlier this year we were approached by Dutch Hill Elementary School to work on a special project with them. Every year the sixth grade class at Dutch Hill Elementary, in Snohomish, works on a project to give back to the school community. This year’s class decided to give back by beautifying the courtyard and outdoor… Read more >
April 8, 2014
Picking fresh herbs and harvesting your own vegetables has grown from trendy to a way of life for many around the Puget Sound. Growing your own edibles can be very rewarding but what do you do if you don’t have full sun? The real trick is figuring out how much and what kind of shade… Read more >
March 7, 2014
We are all so eager for spring to arrive and have started to plan our vegetable gardens. To get a jump on the season we are going to start some of our plants from seed. There are many reasons to start seeds indoors including potential cost savings, earlier harvest, bigger variety, personal satisfaction and the… Read more >
February 22, 2014
A successful garden takes planning but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start with selecting the best plants for your gardens conditions, then you work to get it established with proper care and watering. Once you get the garden going the big questions come… Do I need to fertilize? What do I use and when? Some… Read more >
Plant of the Month: Astilbe
Dutch Hill Elementary – A Transformation 
Top edibles for shady gardens 
Get a jump start on spring: How to Start Seeds Indoors 
Successful Gardening Through Soil Health and Nutrition 
