Serving Whatcom County Gardeners Since 1938

In 1938, James Vander Giessen opened his first greenhouse to the public in his backyard on the edge of Lynden. Over 85 years later, much has changed, but one thing remains the same: our commitment to selling the best plants we can offer. Now in our third and fourth generations of family ownership, Vander Giessen’s is Whatcom County’s oldest nursery and garden center. Visit us today to find the perfect plants for your garden as well as the supplies you need to make your garden thrive!

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Grown in our greenhouses--unmatched in quality and beauty!

Annuals

Add seasonal color to your planters and garden

Perennials

Make your garden colorful for years to come with easy-care plants

Shrubs

Evergreen and deciduous structure for your garden

Trees

Create vertical interest, shade and great color

Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs

Grow your own and discover what fresh really tastes like

Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs

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Plant Care

Let us help you find the solutions you need for a healthy garden

Fountains

Enjoy the soothing sounds of falling water in the garden

Soils & Mulch

Provide nutrients and beautification for your garden

The Latest From Our Blog

(Almost) Wordless Wednesday

Attention t-shirt holders! If you have our 2012 Washable Coupon, stop in to Vander Giessen's today through Friday (6/20-6/22) to save on dwarf Asiatic lilies! When you stop by with your t-shirt on, you'll instantly [...]

Plant Bright Color to Battle June Gloom

They say there are only two things certain in life: death and taxes. For us in Western Washington, though, I’d like to add a third: June gloom. You can count on it like clockwork—summer [...]

‘Absolutely Amethyst’ Candytuft

Check out this brand-new evergreen candytuft! Fittingly named 'Absolutely Amethyst,' this great new variety from Proven Winners is an attractive departure from traditional white varieties. With a later bloom time than white candytuft strains, it [...]