October Plant of the Month
October 2025
LATIN NAME: Hedychium sp.
COMMON NAME: Ginger Lily
FAMILY: Zingiberaceae
TYPE: Herbaceous perennial
LOCATION AT BLOEDEL RESERVE: Arrival Garden & […]
A Gracious Residence with a Lasting Legacy
A Gracious Residence with a Lasting Legacy
As a docent at the Residence, I can attest to […]
From the Archives: Bloedel Welcomes a Star
From the Archives: Bloedel Welcomes a Star
Since the Bloedel Reserve first opened its gates, it has welcomed thousands of visitors. Each […]
Your Gifts at Work: Growing Programs, Gardens, and Community
Your Gifts at Work: Growing Programs, Gardens, and Community
Nonprofits are the cornerstones of communities, offering essential and […]
Getting Ready for Fall
Getting Ready for Fall in the Gardens
As the days shorten and the light takes on a softer glow, the gardens at Bloedel […]
The Rhythm of Blooms: Tending Bloedel’s Cut Flower Garden
The Rhythm of Blooms: Tending Bloedel’s Cut Flower Garden
Bloedel’s cut flower […]
Rare Sightings of Great Horned Owls at Bloedel Reserve
Rare Sightings of Great Horned Owls at Bloedel Reserve
If you love birdwatching at Bloedel Reserve, this is an exciting time. Great Horned Owls are […]
Burning for Renewal: Fire, Partnerships, and Pollinator Habitat
Before burn
On the afternoon of Monday, August 25th the Bainbridge Island Fire […]
September Plant of the Month
September 2025
LATIN NAME: Cyclamen hederifolium
COMMON NAME: Ivy-leaved cyclamen
FAMILY: Primulaceae
TYPE: Tuberous perennial
LOCATION AT BLOEDEL RESERVE: Rhododendron Glen
ORIGIN: […]
August Creative Resident Esther Quansah
Esther Quansah, Musician & Multidisciplinary Artist
In residence, August 20th to September 9th
About the Artist
Esther […]