May is here--and that means it's time to plant! Whether you're ready to plant a vegetable garden, pot up some containers of flowers or hang up a beautiful Lynden Basket, we've got what you need! Our brand new garden center is fully stocked with the most beautiful flowers in the county, all grown right here in our own greenhouses.Mother's Day is right around the corner, so if you haven't yet [...]

Our new greenhouse is bursting with color! As spring gets underway, we're fully stocked with hundreds of our famous Lynden Baskets, planted and grown right in our own greenhouses. We also have a great selection of gorgeous annuals, lush perennials, shrubs and trees.If it's been awhile since you've stopped in at Vander Giessen's--or if you're a former customer of one of the now-closed nurseries in the county--we welcome you to [...]

Senetti 'Baby Blue Bicolor' available at Vander Giessen's!With spring officially underway, if you’re like me you’re probably beginning to get “the itch”for planting. For many of us, it’s just a natural instinct, and as grass starts to grow, flowers burst into bloom and the days get sunnier and warmer, you’re probably eager for at least some aspect of gardening. So, where to begin?First, if you’re a vegetable gardener, it’s time [...]

Recently, I overheard someone say that in gardening, “every year is a rebuilding year.” Not that our gardening endeavors each year are for naught, but as spring rolls around and we begin a new season of gardening, it’s time to start fresh with yard care, discover new plants for the garden and take steps to keep your landscape thriving. As you begin the process of “rebuilding” this spring, here are [...]

It's been a busy winter, but after 5 long months of construction, we're pleased to say that our new garden center is open for business! While we are still wrapping up some of the smaller projects around the nursery, the new facility is nearly complete, and we're eager to welcome you.With wider aisles, better ventilation and all of our annuals under one roof, our new greenhouse was designed with our [...]

They're the quintessential flower of winter, and they're now in-stock at the nursery: hellebores! This great shade-loving perennial has undergone a wonderful renaissance in recent years, and today's hellebores are showier, more compact, more floriferous (i.e. bloom more!) and more colorful than any from just 10 years ago.Hellebores are a durable, easy-to-maintain perennial great for shade to part sun, and we've just received our first shipment of 5 of our [...]

<!-- Working in a nursery, it’s one of most common questions I’m asked by customers: “How do I deal with ____ soil?” The question is asked because they have a problem on either end of the spectrum of soil types: sand or clay. In our area, chances are pretty good you have one of these two types of soil, and knowing how to properly deal [...]

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we never really experience the “dead of winter.” Unlike large swaths of the country, our lawns never turn completely brown and evergreen shrubs and trees keep our yards somewhat colorful. But as we go through the more barren months, you may be wishing for more life outdoors. Caring for wild birds is a great complement to gardening. Especially during the winter [...]

Here in the Pacific Northwest, our seasons can typically be described quite simply: mild. That said, in the last two weeks our area has seen some of the coldest weather in three years, so if you’re wondering what steps you can take to protect your plants from winter damage, here are a few tips. First off, let me preface this by noting that while this most recent cold weather is [...]

It's that time of year again--the Christmas Open House at Vander Giessen's! Visit us this Saturday, December 7 for hot, fresh olie bollen made with our secret family recipe--people tell us they're the best around--as well as coffee, apple cider and hot cocoa. While you're here, be sure to check out our beautiful selection of poinsettias, handmade wreaths, cedar garland and Christmas trees. Also, don't miss out on our 2014 [...]