Gardening Solutions

Native plants offer beautiful, low-maintenance solutions for a wide range of gardening challenges. Here are some of our favorite native plant solutions for common Pacific Northwest garden situations.

Rain Gardens

Native plants are ideal for rain gardens because they are adapted to the Pacific Northwest's wet winters and dry summers. Plants like red-osier dogwood, hardhack, and native sedges can handle periodic flooding while also tolerating summer drought.

Dry Shade Under Conifers

One of the most challenging garden situations in the Pacific Northwest is the dry shade found under mature conifers. Native plants like sword fern, Oregon grape, and vanilla leaf are perfectly adapted to these conditions.

Erosion Control on Slopes

Native groundcovers and shrubs are excellent for stabilizing slopes and preventing erosion. Kinnikinnick, native strawberries, and oceanspray are all good choices for slope stabilization.

Wildlife Habitat

Creating a wildlife-friendly garden is easy with native plants. Native shrubs like red elderberry, serviceberry, and native roses provide food and shelter for birds, while native flowers support pollinators throughout the season.

Lawn Alternatives

Reduce your lawn area and water use by replacing grass with native groundcovers, meadow plantings, or mixed native shrub borders. Native plants require far less water and maintenance than traditional lawns.