Northwest Gardens in the Winter.

Please check back to see some of the most beautiful and scenic sites the Northwest has to offer...Winter can be just as spectacular as any of the seasons. Especially the lovely winter sunsets and the deep blue sky. Enjoy!

The spirit of the Northwest garden, Trees and more Trees.

The gorgeous trees can be seen at Valley Nursery in Poulsbo, Washington.  It is on my fave list for a visit over the holidays. So much to see! Enjoy all the Northwest has to offer!  photo: www.kitsapnow.com

University Place, Wa. Holiday Tree Lighting 2013

University Place Tree Lighting ceremony in a Northwest garden setting... friends and fun.  Info: www.cityofup.com   Dec. 7th, 2013

Northwest Trees.

             The Northwest scenery contains some of the most gracious trees, this is one of the finest .....photo: www.50states.com    

Great ideas for the holidays.

Our gardens here in the Pacific Northwest have much to offer even in the winter months...The beauty of the trees, water, sky and mountains...Simple and beautiful!   The winter trips to the country is a great holiday idea.  Enjoy!

NorthWest Gardens in the Fall Season...

In Washington state we have some of the most lovely colors in our northwest gardens...orange, red, yellow and hues of every color or the rainbow...an artist palate...fueled by the beauty and brilliance of nature ...for all to enjoy....

Edmonds, Washington, Snohomish County gardens....photo

Edmonds Washington, great shopping, great eats   and great views....lovely town....photo: edmondstourgroup.com

Washington State Flower, Pink Rhododendron, photo...

Washington State Flower, Pink Coastal Rhododendron...Lovely, photo: www.sodahead.com

Mercer Slough Blueberry Farm, Bellevue Washington state. photo...

Mercer Slough Blueberry Farm, Bellevue Washington. Other flowers and agriculture products, seasonal....great for an afternoon gathering blueberries!  photo:www.yummynorthwest.com

Grow Food Seattle, Pea Patch in Seattle, Washington...photo

 Grow Food Seattle, Washington...a large Pea Patch...so much good food is growing here!   photo: www.growfoodseattle.com

Raised Garden Beds...Northwest style... photo

Northwest Raised Garden beds...perfect for any kind of your favorite fruits and vegetables... makes it so much easier to work in your garden!  photo: www.projectplans.net

Mt. Shuksan, Washington state....photo.

Pristine and beautiful Mt. Shuksan, Washington state. Located in the north Cascades in Whatcom county.  A must see on a visit here....photo: www.kids.brittanica.com

Dosewallips State Park, Washington State. photo....

Dosewallips State Park is located in Washington State...greatness in nature...photo: visitusa.com

Stavis Bay area of Seabeck, Washinton, photo.

Stavis Bay area of Seabeck Washington, lovely scenery.....photo: Zillow.com

Greenbank Farm and gardens, Greenbank Washington, photo

A great destination for a wonderful day trip .....just a short ferry ride from Mukilteo, Washington. A lovely hometown, complete with food and shopping...quaint gardens abound in the City by the sea...truly unique and so much charm..  www.greenbankfarm.biz

Art in the Garden....

Art of any kind can be a wonderful addition to any type of garden...a deck with many containers with art or a large outdoor garden featuring ones own special treasures. In my yard I have art in the trees, in a specific flower area, on the walls of my home and my deck chairs are even adorned with unique art finds. Some I have created myself over the years and some of my best pieces come from summer yard sales...It is so amazing what ones finds every friday and saturday in my local area. So adding some special Art to a garden makes a very special statement and extra scenic beauty!  Enjoy the garden!

Creative Hosta and Metal Art garden....photo

A whimsical garden can bring many smiles....Hosta and Metal art...a wonderful combination...photo: www.lowes.com

Northwest park like Garden...photo

In the Pacific Northwest, we have so many beautiful outdoor gardens to enjoy and explore.... this is just one of many....  photo:  www.seattletimes.com

Northwest Creative Gardening....photo

This is a lovely and creative look for a northwest garden......simple yet so nice!  photo: Lowes.com

Lavendar Fields, Sequim Washington, photo

           The Lavendar Fields of beautiful Sequim, Washington....City by the Sea..photo: city-data.com

Molbaks Garden Store in Woodinville, Washington, photo

One of my very favorite garden stores.....Molbaks in Woodinville Washington....all kinds of garden treasurers.   @ molbaks.com

Leavenworth, Washington, pride of the state of Washington, photo

The lovely city of music, food, entertainment and charm....Leavenworth, Washington,   photo: travelguideofamerica.com

Lake Chelan, Washington, photo

Beautiful Lake Chelan, Washington    a rare lake, scenic beauty...... photo by: cityguidesofwashington.com

The Gallucci Learning Garden, Pierce County, Washington photo.

The Gallucci Learning Garden in Pierce County, Washington state. A community garden can be in the city, large or small. It can grow vegetables, fruits and flowers, etc... Community residents, build and use these wonderful garden spaces. These gardens are bringing people together....a community.  photo: cityoftacoma.org

Seattle's First Food Forest, Beacon Hill, photo

This is a first nationwide...The Seattle First Food Forest on seven acres on Beacon Hill. Every type of fruit tree, herbs, blueberries, raspberries and any imaginable fruit or veggie. And best of all it will be free for the public. This is a terrific idea and hopefully catch on in other towns and cities. This venture is going to break ground in the summer of 2013. Good for Seattle! photo from: www.takepart.com

Skagit Valley Annual Tulip Festival begins April, 1, 2013...

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival held annually in Mt. Vernon Washington. The daffodils and tulips abound all through the town. The official opening day is April 1st...and will last most of the month of April. With a mild winter, the blooms should be spectacular! All the colors of the rainbow. The 2013 Tulip Festival Poster was created by local artist Karen Sistek and is available at Roozengaarde and Tulip Town. Both in Mt Vernon. A must see for visitors from our state...and those who travel long distances to admire these colorful fields of blooms.  Enjoy the gardens....

VanLieRop Daffodil Gardens. Photo

Thank you for all the years of the lovely Daffodil gardens in the Puyallup Valley of Washington state. Your beautiful flowers will be missed by all...... a great northwest garden.

The Beauty of the Tulip, Spring garden...photo

Ah.....The beauty of the Spring Tulip Garden..... lovely....photo: adrbulbs.com.

Allyn, Washington, port of Allyn, city by the sea photo...

Allyn, Washington, another "City by the Sea"    wonderful and full of charm...crystal clean blue water, dock and pebble beach for you to enjoy....

Harstine Island, Washington, bridge photo

                           Harstine Island Bridge, Washington State......

Hanauma Bay, Hawaii beach park, photo

Hanauma Bay Beach Park, Hawaii is the elite family beach park in all of the Hawaiian Islands....easy access, great scenery and close to hotels....a quick drive from Honolulu....a must see on your trip to the islands...Living life on island time....enjoy....

Spring Pink Thundercloud Plum. tree..photo

This is an example of a Thundercloud Plum ornamental tree in the Pacific Northwest. The blooms last for many days and have a bright soft pink color that is so beautiful... I can hardly wait for the blooms to appear every spring...photo from:  Kari Scott

City by the Sea...Poulsbo, Washington. photo

Another lovely City by the Sea...Poulsbo, Washington located in Kitsap county...It is a city you can spend time in all year. Events happen in every season... Good restaurants and boutique style shops all lend to the quaint and friendly lifestyle this small "City by the Sea" has to offer. Enjoy!

Steilacoom, Washington, city by the sea...photo

               Steilacoom, Washington, city by the sea....quaint and lovely...rare scenic beauty....coastalliving.com

Gig Harbor, Washington, city by the sea...photo

Lovely Gig Harbor, Washington is a great place to see the local attractions any time of the year.  Photo:   Joseph E. Becker.....

Goat Rocks Wilderness...photo

Goat Rocks Wilderness in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington state......Named after the type of goats that live in the region.  Interesting scenery.... from, www.wildernessvolunteers.org

Manito Duncan Garden, Spokane, Washington, photo

                 Manito Duncan specialty garden in Manito Park, Spokane, Washington

Esther Short Park, Vancouver,Washington, photo

             Esther Short Park, Vancouver, Washington.....a great park ....

Mt.Adams, Washington state, photo

      Majestic Mt. Adams, fabulous in any season, photo from www.portlandhikers.org

Mt. Baker, Washington State, photo

A pristine mountain of the Cascade range in Washington state....glorious Mt. Baker....a charm all its own. Skiing, hiking, walking, picnicking and a photographers dream....A lovely place to spend some time in any season....photo from:   www.worldtravelattractions.com

Indian Eagle Totem Pole, Alaska, photo

An exquisite example of the Indian Eagle Totem Pole, Alaska...photo from: www.destination360.com

Patos Island Marine State Park, Washington State, photo

                                    Patos Island Marine State Park in Washington State...

Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island, Washington, photo

This is a beautiful State Park in Washington State on Camano Island.  Lovely beaches, views and cabins also..A great spot to spend a few days to relax and walk these pristine beaches.....Enjoy......

Alderbrook Resort and Spa, Union, Washington, photo

Alderbrook Resort and Spa located in beautiful Union, Washington.  Gardens abound...golf, sea and the best sunsets ever.  Enjoy this peaceful place......

Hoodsport , Washington, city by the sea, photo

Hoodsport, Washington, another City by the Sea.... quaint, and yet it offers the best views of the Olympic Mountains and Hood Canal...A great place to spend the day and have a picnic by the sea..  photo: www.gonorthwest.com

Mukilteo, Washington Beach Park, photo

Mukilteo, Washington Beach Park....ferry, lighthouse and museum and Whidbey Island.....a great place to spend the afternoon any day of the year!

City by the Sea, Belfair, Washington. photo

Belfair, Washington, another City by the Sea....quaint, outdoor life with country living everywhere.....a wonderful small town in America.....  photo: visitkitsap.com

Yellow Gold Finch, Washington State Bird, photo

Washington State Bird, the Yellow Gold Finch, resides in most Northwest gardens....splendid.....wa.gov.

Hood Canal, Washington, photo

                            http://www.russelldscott.blogspot.com    Hood Canal morning.........

Variegated Purple Iris, photo

Variegated lovely Purple Iris from Don's garden on Hood Canal.....splendid.......... photo: kariscottmusic.com

Sunrise... Hood Canal, photo

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Hood Canal, Washington......photo

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