From Our Backyard to Yours

Bloedel Reserve is developing a Forest Management Plan in collaboration with Northwest Natural Resource Group (NNRG) in 2023-2024 to care for not only the trees, but the roads, water sources, wildlife habitats, and lawn areas [...]

Seasonal Interest This special edition focuses on the wonders of fall in the plant kingdom: the mysterious world of carnivorous plants, the prickly secrets of armored flora, and the wonders of plants pollinated by nocturnal [...]

November 2023–Vitis davidii Common Name:  David’s Grape, Spiny Vitis Family:  Vitaceae Type:  Deciduous Vine Origin:  East Asia, China Location at Bloedel Reserve:  The Residence Garden Uses:  Fall color, Trellis Fun Fact:  This grape was first [...]

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 [...]

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 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 [...]