Bloedel Reserve Blog
Welcome to the new Bloedel Reserve Blog
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Latest Posts
Creative Resident: Jenny Maybee
A Creative Resident at Bloedel Reserve in 2018, Jenny Maybee has created a stunning 30-day photo essay documenting her experience here. Jenny is a nationally [...]
Not a Skunk, Not a Cabbage
This bright yellow bloom is a sure sign that spring has arrived at the Reserve. Learn more about this beautiful, if somewhat smelly, plant that adds [...]
Artful Arrangements
Cathy Tyler has been the florist at Bloedel Reserve for more than 11 years. She began her relationship with the Reserve first as a [...]
Strolls at Home, Week 7
Joy is the theme for this week’s walk. Joy comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors. What elements will you find in nature that will [...]
Creative Resident: Gina Rae La Cerva
Gina Rae La Cerva is an environmental anthropologist and writer. She was also a Creative Resident at Bloedel Reserve in 2018. Her first book, Feasting [...]
Weeds 101: Pretty Imposter
This lovely yellow flower is not what you think it is. Learn why the Yellow Flag Iris is one of Bloedel Reserve’s most persistent pests. [...]
Strolls at Home, Week 6
Forgiveness is the theme for this walk. This practice goes cuts right to the heart. Be gentle with yourself as you explore this powerful theme. [...]
Building Bridges
When you walk the trail at Bloedel Reserve, sooner or later you will come to the Trestle Bridge. A beautiful structure, almost sculptural in [...]
Behind the Scenes: Haley Wiggins
From time to time, we’ll introduce you to the people who keep Bloedel Reserve thriving. Here Grounds & Horticulture Associate Haley Wiggins describes [...]
More About Moss
Moss Garden Specialist Darren Strenge is cultivating a moss species that currently doesn’t live in the Bloedel Reserve Moss Garden. Read more about the Sphagnum [...]
What’s in Bloom in May
The blooming plants around Bloedel Reserve are as varied as they are eye-catching. Director of Grounds & Horticulture Andy Navage has captured some of [...]
Strolls at Home, Week 5
This week’s theme is Journey. Journeys come in all lengths — minutes, days, weeks — and types — physical, spiritual, emotional. Even in the face [...]