Seasonal

The Hosta or Plantain Lilly is a hardy and bold perennial that offers superb form,

bright colors in both solid and variegated patterns and textures, with fragrant lavender

 to white flowers rise above the foliage in early summer. These garden staples thrive in

the shade to partial sun, but surprisingly, there are a few that can tolerate sun with

adequate watering.  This herbaceous and easy-to-grow perennial is quite hardy and

not prone to many health or pest concerns, although care must be taken to protect them

 from slugs or snails using the pet and environmentally friendly product, Sluggo, which is

 readily available at the nursery. These stunners are often paired with other shade lovers

such as ferns, Heuchera or grasses.  Right now, we have a wonderful selection of these

beautiful perennials in stock now.

The Norway Spruce

The Norway spruce is a handsome conifer that is indigenous to Norway and found

throughout Europe.  It is exceptional in all of its forms, from its large, stately origins,

to cultivated dwarf varieties.  It can be identified by its deep green spirally arranged

needles and graceful, draping branches.  The newly emerging cones, at the tips of

the branches are quite ornamental and resemble jewelry that adorns the limbs.  The

new needle growth is a bright and cheery chartreuse that is soft to the touch. 

While this conifer prefers full sun, it's highly adaptable, making it a good choice for a

range of sun exposures, and this characteristic varies between cultivars.  This conifer

thrives in Western Washington with our ample rains and naturally acidic soils.

This conifer is also quite winter hardy, but that, too, can also vary from cultivar to

 cultivar. Here at the farm, we have a great selection of these magnificent conifers in

 stock now. Choose from the ever-popular slow-growing and compact Bird's Nest or  

the dense and irregular growing Parson's dwarf and the Northwest staple, the Weeping

Norway spruce.  Come in and talk to our friendly staff and see which one is right

for your garden. 

Tropical Flair

Be transported to exotic locations in your garden by adding flowers and

foliage with a tropical flair.  When pairing plants, consider combinations of bold

of bold foliage with grassy, strap-like blades or finely cut fronds to create harmony

through contrast in the landscape. Some fine examples of  these exotic and exciting

to add include Coleus, Crocosmia, and Spider Web Fatsia.   Whether adding drama

 to your containers or spicing up your borders, these plants are sure to increase the

vibrancy of the garden and put on a summer-long show.

Japanese Maples

A Pacific Northwest favorite, the iconic Japanese maple is available in a variety of sizes,

 styles and foliage colors. This graceful deciduous tree is well known for its stunning

 fall color; however, it also offers beautiful structure whether in leaf or bare branched.

 In addition, many varieties offer unique variegated foliage or colored bark. Gardening

 in small spaces can seem limiting, and we may feel reluctant about planting a tree.

The good news is there are many small varieties that are well-suited to compact spaces

or container gardening. Come on down to the farm and see our vast collection of these

tried and true landscape stars. Varieties include Emperor 1, Osakazuki,

Kihachijo, and many, many more.

 Heavenly Heuchera

This evergreen perennial forms a mound of delicious color.  Offering bloom

wands of blossoms in a range of colors, including white, pink, and red, but

its most outstanding feature is its foliage, which has a rather large color palette.

Over the years, plant hybridizers have dedicated a lot of energy to develop

 a rainbow of colors for these popular perennials.  Hues ranging from black

to silver, gold, and various shades of purple can make a statement in the

garden and they are outstanding companions to a whole host of other plants.

Heucheras do their best in shaded areas and offer a way to brighten up dark

spots in the landscape. However, some varieties do well in full sun, and there

 are some size differentials depending on the variety of Heuchera. This colorful

perennial is a must-have in Pacific Northwest landscapes or container

 arrangements. In stock now.

June Garden Tasks 

This is a great time to prune the spring-flowering shrubs before next year's bloom

 buds have set. You can prune lilacs, forsythia, pieris, and mountain laurels.

 If you are feeling very ambitious, you can also deadhead your rhododendrons.

Aphids and green lace bugs (to name a few) emerge at this time of year. We recommend Neem Oil Spray,

 which is safe and effective at keeping their population from growing and damaging your garden.

Fertilize your roses. We recommend Dr. Earth Rose & Flower Fertilizer,

 which is uniquely formulated to encourage lush foliage and bountiful blooms.

Refresh your containers with beautiful blooming annuals and perennials

 and remember to fertilize them regularly to keep those blooms coming and the foliage lush.

Remember to deadhead and clean up your

 plants to encourage re-blooming.

Apply Hydrangea Blueing Formula now for blue blossoms later in the season.

We recommend staying on top of slug and snail control with

 environmentally and pet-friendly Sluggo and Sluggo Plus.

Mulch your garden beds with

 high-quality Gardner N Bloome

 Soil Building Conditioner or Compost, which will also increase

 the fertility of your soil with composted plant material

 and manure.

There is still time to plant your vegetable garden. This is a great time to

 plant the heat-loving crops, such as zucchini, pumpkins, tomatoes, and peppers,

 and remember those sun loving herbs such as basil, tarragon, and cilantro.