Early autumn in the Pacific Northwest is perfect for planting–soil warmed by summer’s heat encourages rapid root development while shorter daylight hours and the arrival of cooler weather minimize stress on plants as they root out and get established. No matter what you want to plant, autumn’s cooler, wetter weather make for easy transplant for your shrubs, trees, and perennials–and with regular rains arriving later this fall, you soon won’t have to worry about watering.

To help make your gardening budget stretch further this season, our fall plant sale is on now, with nearly all trees, shrubs, and perennials 30% off. The only exclusions from this sale are our selection of Emerald Green arborvitae–already priced much lower than other area garden centers–and fall flowers.

Stop in to browse our wide selection of unique and unusual plants, as well as must-have garden classics. As Whatcom County’s oldest nursery and garden center, we’ve honed our craft over the years and have sourced the best, healthiest plants you’ll find anywhere to ensure your garden not only looks beautiful, but thrives for years to come. We look forward to the opportunity to help you pick out the perfect plants for your yard!

What’s Included?

  • Japanese Maples

  • Conifers
  • Shade trees
  • Dogwoods

  • Shrubs

  • Berries

  • Hydrangeas

  • Roses – Buy 1, Get 1 FREE

  • Emerald Green Arborvitae

  • Fall Flowers

Fountains 10% Off

At Vander Giessen’s, we carry a wide selection of fountains in all shapes, sizes, and styles, and these great garden additions rarely go on sale. Through September 15, save 10% off all fountains in stock at the nursery, and add the ambiance, movement, and finishing touch that every garden space needs. Stop in to browse our selection and let us help you pick out the perfect water feature to accent your garden. 

Bagged Topsoil Buy 3, Get 1 FREE

How’s your dirt? While it’s not the most glamorous part of gardening, the quality of your soil directly affects the health and success of the plants you’re growing. Through November 1, our bagged Carpinito Farms Topsoil is on sale, Buy 3, Get 1 FREE. Be sure to pick up some bags of topsoil when you’re shopping for plants for your yard this fall, and help improve the quality of both sandy and heavy clay soils.