From Our Backyard to Yours
Visit Bloedel Reserve from your own backyard…
Learn more about what is happening behind the scenes and around the gardens at Bloedel Reserve. Use the links below to explore from wherever you happen to be and be sure to check back regularly for new stories throughout the month.
Interpretation & Planning
Interpretation will always be a work in progress. (Luckett, 2007) Interpretation is a mission-based communication process that enriches our lives through engaging emotions, enhancing experiences and deepening understanding of people, places, events and objects from [...]
October In the Gardens
Seasonal Interest The onslaught of rains heralds the autumn season and brings much needed moisture to the plants and trees. Visit the Reserve mid-October to soak up peak fall color throughout the gardens. Read more [...]
October Plant of the Month
October 2023–Parrotia persica Latin Name: Parrotia persica Common Name: Persian Ironwood Family: Hamamelidaceae Type: Deciduous tree Origin: Northern Iran, Caucacus Location at Bloedel Reserve: Birch Garden and Mid Pond Garden Uses: Fall Color, Foundation Planting Fun [...]
UP Lift: Collaborations with Nature
A Celebration of Creativity at Bloedel Reserve October 1-7, 2023 See a list of daily events below and sign up for workshops that require registration on our EVENTS CALENDAR. UPLIFT MAP Celebrate creativity and community on [...]
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