Growing in the Moss Garden: Maia’s Story
Two years ago, Maia learned she could volunteer to care for the moss after taking a […]
Mentoring the Next Generation of Landscape Architects
Mentoring the Next Generation of Landscape Architects
From the very beginning, Prentice Bloedel worked hand in hand with visionary landscape architects to shape the Reserve […]
Winter Holly: Seasonal Beauty with Local Roots
Holly has long been associated with winter, with its glossy leaves and bright berries offering color, structure, and symbolism during the darkest months of […]
December Plant of the Month
December 2025
LATIN NAME: Berberis x media ‘Charity’ (Syn. Mahonia)
COMMON NAME: Hybrid Oregon Grape
FAMILY: Berberidaceae
TYPE: Evergreen Shrub
LOCATION AT […]
Dec Creative Resident Latria Graham
Latria Graham, Writer, Editor, and Cultural Critic
In residence, December 1-22
Bloedel Reserve is honored to welcome Latria Graham as our next Creative […]
Mushrooms at Work
Mushrooms at Work: The Red-belt Conk
A common autumn sight at Bloedel Reserve in […]
The Evolution of a Book
The Evolution of a Book: A Conversation with Lawrence Kreisman
First published in 1988 by the Arbor Fund, The Bloedel Reserve: Gardens in the Forest […]
Nov Creative Resident Christa Ebert
Christa Ebert, Uno Lady, Musician & Mixed Media Artist
In residence, October 31 – November 20
We’re excited to welcome Christa Ebert, a musician and mixed-media […]
November Plant of the Month
November 2025
LATIN NAME: Usnea spp.
COMMON NAME: Beard Lichen
FAMILY: Parmeliaceae (Kingdom Fungi)
TYPE: Fruticose Lichen
LOCATION AT BLOEDEL RESERVE: […]
Fall Creative Resident Byron Au Yong
Byron Au Yong, Composer and Educator
In residence, September 29th – October 15
Welcome Back!
We are excited to welcome back composer and educator Byron Au Yong […]