Seasonal

Heavenly Hydrangeas

What garden would be complete without the romantic charm of

 a hydrangea? These Pacific Northwest garden favorites come in

 a wide range of styles and sizes, making them suitable for everything

 from a balcony container to a sprawling landscape. In addition to

 traditional large shrub forms, there are compact cultivars perfect

 for pots and small spaces, as well as climbing hydrangeas that

can be trained on a trellis or grown directly in the garden. While

 most hydrangeas thrive in morning sun with afternoon shade,

 some varieties can be grown successfully in full sun when provided

 with adequate water. Hydrangeas are highly sought after for their

 spectacular blooms, from delicate lacecap varieties with flat flower

 heads edged by showy florets to the ever-popular mopheads with

 their large, rounded clusters and panicle hydrangeas with striking

 cone-shaped blooms that mature from white to soft shades of pink.

 Blooming from spring through fall, hydrangeas provide months of

beauty, with flowering times varying by region; in the Pacific

 Northwest, blooms are commonly enjoyed from late spring through

 late summer. As the seasons change, their blossoms develop rich,

 antique hues that continue to add interest well into autumn. Their appeal

 extends beyond flowers alone, as many hydrangeas offer attractive fall

 foliage, while their bare winter branches often reveal handsome cinnamon-

colored exfoliating bark that adds texture and character to the winter

 landscape. Visit our nursery and speak with one of our knowledgeable

 associates to explore our extensive collection

 of these beloved garden favorites.

Colorful Conifers



Though they may not show off a ravishing display of blooms during

 the year, conifers have a great deal to offer a diverse landscape. Aside

 from most of them being evergreen, making them permanent foundations

 throughout every season, they add texture, colorful foliage, and whimsy

 that can sometimes be difficult to achieve with deciduous shrubs or perennials.

 As majestic specimens, they truly take a planting bed to the next level of

beauty and appreciation. Conifers are an important staple in the landscape

 and are a wonderful place to start when designing a new garden bed or

 reinventing an existing one. While walking our grounds, you’ll see many

 examples of how conifers can be used in both petite and large-scale spaces

 to create year-round interest and structure. Due to their striking presence

 in the landscape, we grow and carry an extensive selection of conifer trees

 and shrubs. From dramatic upright forms to compact dwarf varieties pefect

 for smaller gardens, there is a conifer suited for nearly every space and style.

Growing Cacti And Succulents

Bringing cacti and succulents indoors is an easy way to add sculptural

 beauty, texture, and year-round greenery to your home. These resilient

 plants thrive with a little sunlight and minimal attention, making them

 perfect companions for sunny windowsills, shelves, and bright corners.

 From dramatic upright cacti to trailing succulents, there is a variety

 suited to every indoor space and style. Most cacti and succulents prefer

 several hours of bright light each day, with a sunny south- or west-facing

 window often providing ideal conditions, while softer indirect light

 works well for flowering and trailing varieties. Allow the soil to dry

between waterings, then water thoroughly until moisture drains from

 the bottom of the container, reducing watering frequency during winter

 months when many plants enter a slower growth period. Using a

fast-draining cactus and succulent potting mix, along with containers

 that have drainage holes, helps prevent excess moisture around

the roots and promotes healthy growth. During spring and summer,

 a gentle fertilizer application once a month can encourage stronger

 growth and flowering. It is also important to observe your plants closely,

 as wrinkled stems or leaves may indicate thirst, yellowing or mushy

growth can signal overwatering, and stretched or leggy growth usually

means the plant needs brighter light. Indoor cacti and succulents

 bring texture, structure, and enduring beauty to the home with

remarkably little maintenance, and whether displayed individually

 or grouped together in collections, these resilient plants create

 living works of art that thrive through every season. Choose from

Aloe Vera, Euphorbia, Sedums, Various Cacti, and more.

Hosta Harmony

The Hosta, also known as Plantain Lily, is a hardy and bold

perennial prized for its superb form, vibrant foliage, and striking

 textures in both solid and variegated patterns, while fragrant

 lavender-to-white flowers rise gracefully above the foliage

 in early summer. These garden favorites thrive in shade to

  partial sun, and some varieties can even tolerate full sun with

adequate watering. Easy to grow and highly dependable,

Hostas are generally resistant to most pests and diseases,

though gardeners should protect them from slugs and snails

 with pet- and environmentally friendly products such as Sluggo,

 readily available at the nursery. Hostas pair beautifully with

other shade-loving plants like Ferns, Heuchera, and ornamental

 grasses, creating lush and layered garden displays. We currently

 have a wonderful selection of these beautiful perennials

 in stock — perfect for adding texture, color,

 and elegance to your garden

Healthy Soils Healthy Gardens

Healthy soil creates a healthy garden; it all starts from the ground up.

 Understanding the soil in your garden is essential to creating the

 best growing conditions for your plants. Soil is evaluated by its texture,

structure, and fertility, and knowing what is in your native soil helps

 determine which amendments to use, what improvements can be

 made, and which plants will thrive best in your garden spaces. In

 Western Washington, we commonly encounter heavy clay, silty loam,

 sandy loam, and glacial till soils, all of which benefit from the addition

 of organic matter. For heavy clay and silty soils, Garden & Bloome

 Soil Conditioner helps break up compaction, lighten the soil, and

 improve drainage. For rocky soils such as glacial till, removing larger

  rocks and adding professional topsoil along with Garden & Bloome

Purely Compost improves soil structure and moisture retention, giving

 plant roots better access to water and nutrients during dry periods.

Compost and topsoil mixtures are also excellent for building structure

 and improving moisture retention in sandy soils.  Our line of Garden

 & Bloome soil amendments contains all-organic ingredients and

 beneficial microbes designed to help your garden and landscape

 thrive. Come down to the farm and speak with our friendly associates

 about the benefits of these truly unique soil amendments.

June Garden Tasks

Aphids and other damaging insects have returned.

We recommend Organic Neem Oil Spray that

safe and effective in the garden.

Check your irrigation system to ensure it is

operating properly.

Plant those heat-loving crops, such as tomatoes,

zucchini, pumpkins, and peppers.

Turn your compost bin as you introduce new

trimmings to the pile.

Apply Hydrangea Blueing Formula

now for bluer blossoms later.

We recommend staying on top of slugs

and snails by using pet-friendly Sluggo.

Place a “donut” of G&B Purely Compost around plants

 in the landscape and garden to help conserve soil

 moisture during the heat of summer, keeping

it away from trunks and stems.