Discover the Natural Beauty
Fall/Winter hours: Mon-Sat 9:00am-5:30pm, Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
We are in Full Holiday Mode
Live and cut trees, wreaths, mantle pieces, garland, lights, and decorations galore...
Make a wreath, have us create a custom one, or have us create a base and you do the decorating. Details below.
WREATH-MAKING:
AN ANNUAL TRADITION
November and December are fun months at Bainbridge Gardens. One of our favorite fall activities is opening up the wreath rooms for customers. It's fun to see customers create their own wreaths, and we know that a lot of customers enjoy the tradition of making a wreath for their friends and loved ones.
Here is a general synopsis of the wreathmaking procedure:
- Please make a reservation as some weekends fill up quickly. Call us to make your reservation. Drop ins are okay, but be aware that the rooms are sometimes full.
- The use of the wreath machines is free, but you will be required to purchase a metal wreath ring (most are around $8-15) that fits our machines.
- You may bring your own greens or purchase greens by the pound. We also have an assortment of ribbons and decor to finish your wreath. Again, you can bring your own.
- Bring your own gloves and pruning shears. And a warm coat. The greenhouses are covered but not heated.
- We are a UPS shipping station, so you can also send your wreath to a loved one.
- Not all wreaths are round! You can also make a straight "wreath" for your mantle or tabletop!
Love a custom wreath but don't have the time?
Did you know that all of the wreaths you see at Bainbridge Gardens are made by our staff?We can make one to your specifications. You choose the size, types of greens, ribbon, etc. and we will create it. Custom wreaths typically take 1-3 days, depending on demand.
Ask us about deliveries and shipping.
For more information about wreathmaking and to see photos of the process, click here.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
and everyday
Thank you for shopping at our small business. We truly appreciate it when you come in and patronize our family business.
In that spirit, we like to highlight other small, NW businesses whose products we carry.
- Anchored Northwest is a Spokane-based candled company that started as a hobby and well, the rest is history. Anchored makes a collection of popular candle scents. Come in and give them a whiff.
- Bunzer's Salsa, based out of Kingston, came into the store a few months ago, and after one taste, we decided to carry their salsa. It's been a popular seller ever since.
- Cranberry Sweets started over 50 years ago in Bandon, Oregon, and still today they produce small-batch tasteful treats.
- handmade la conner. Robyn Bradley produces quite a diverse line of small-batch goods for bath, home, and skin. She hails from La Conner and still has a store there.
- San Juan Island Sea Salt, Friday Harbor. A familiar story, Brady Ryan tried making sea salt for his college friends, it took off, and now he, his wife, and small crew have turned it into a business.
- Women Dancing With Vegetables. Robin Maynard-Dobbs is an artist, wellness coach, and ex-park ranger, who creates joyous and whimsical designs. Yes, you really do see women dancing with vegetables!
- Yardia. Brigida Swanson is a Seattle-based Chamoru artist who creates Pacific Northwest-inspired artwork, cards, and kitchen goods.
PROTECT YOUR PLANTS
INDOORS AND OUTDOORS
Finally, it's getting cold.
During bone-chilling temperatures, make sure you are protecting your sensitive outdoor plants:- Rake fallen leaves into garden beds to create a layer of protection for plant roots. Cedar or fir boughs work too.
- Broadleaf evergreens that are tender to temperatures freezing temperatures (e.g. Hebes, Ceanothus, Winter-blooming Camellias) should be covered with floating row cover fabric. If you don't have fabric, old sheets, blankets, burlap, etc can add protection.
- Put your potted plants under covered areas, such as porches, house eaves, or into the garage.
- Snow is a good thing, as it provides insulation, but shake it off of your woody plants to prevent the breakage of limbs.
- If your house is drafty, you may want to move some of your indoor plants to a less drafty spot. Ensure that your houseplants are getting enough humidity, as houses are typically very dry during the winter months.
- During cold periods, do not fertilize your plants, as you do not want to encourage new growth that can be damaged by freezes.
SAFETY POLICIES AT BAINBRIDGE GARDENS
Face masks are optional throughout the nursery. We ask that if you are feeling ill and cannot wear a mask, please stay home and call us to arrange a contact-free delivery or curbside pickup. We continue to accept orders over the phone or by emailing us, but please note that these orders take 24-48 hours to fulfill.