Summer is hydrangea season! Learn why they are the superior shrub for all summer bloom (in the shade or sun!) and explore all the new varieties in stock for summer, along with an emphasis on the new varieties out for 2024. We'll help you gain a firm understanding of how to care for them in the height of summer, how to adequately water them (because they absolutely LOVE water) and care for them so you have long lasting blooms. Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka expert horticulturist), to also learn how to properly prune and care for your hydrangeas heading into the colder months so you can have the best set up possible going into the next growing season. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Succulents are a a fun way to add an extra touch of personality to your indoor and outdoor spaces. Join 3 of our indoor & outdoor plant experts to create and learn how to maintain your very own one-of-a-kind indoor or outdoor succulent container gardens - suitable as a decor piece, a centerpiece for an indoor or outdoor container, a porch or patio, a window sill or any place that needs a touch of colorful life! They are easy to make and easy to care for! Let our very own experts teach you everything you need to know to have fun with your very own succulent creations!  

This class will be a hands-on, DIY, ‘make & take’ class where we will provide everything you need (along with choices to make it personalized), for an upfront fee of $45+tax. Reserve your spot ASAP as the class is limited to 35 people. Then stop by the cashier counter, day of, to get your admission ticket! We hope you, and your friends, will join us for this class that starts @ 10am!

Ornamental grasses are easy to grow and low maintenance, add some fall blooming perennials and you have easy garden magic! There are so many unique perennials and grass varieties available now that you can have a wide range of colors, textures and heights in order to have a fabulous fall garden. Join Sunnyside's very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert), to discuss some great fall planting options, care tips & learn how you can best incorporate these great additions into your garden just in time for their prime season, fall!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

The perfect time for rejuvenating your lawn is in the fall, especially after all the wear & tear from the summer months. Come to class with Trevor Cameron, Certified Professional Horticulturist (aka lawn and plant expert!) to learn how to best take care of your lawn now to get it healthy again & how to tidy it up to get ready to go into winter. We'll help you turn your lawn into the envy of the neighborhood! We hope you'll join us for this FREE online class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Fall is the time for foliage and the perfect time to give your containers a fresh face!  Join Sunnyside's Holli Schippers (plant expert & our Seasonal Color department Manager) & Sara Christopherson (plant expert & container designer), to learn all about how to revamp your containers with festive fall foliage.  They'll teach you all about the best plants to combine together for dramatic color and texture to liven up your pots for the fall season. This is a wonderful class you won't want to miss that will help you create your very own one-of-a-kind, unique fall containers.  We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted here, on our website, and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Want an attractive yard all year long, especially in the drearier months? Join our very own Trevor Cameron C.P.H, gardening  & plant expert, to learn the tips and tricks on how to keep your yard looking great all year 'round.  Discover the best plants for vivid fall color and winter interest, from foliage to twig colors to berries to blooms. We'll talk about perennials that will bloom & shine all winter long - not just hellebores, but heuchera, bergenias & more. Learn how to incorporate these PNW plants into your landscape & containers. This is a great class to help you level up your yard above the rest with year 'round interest!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted here, on our website, and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Planting bulbs are as easy as dig, drop & you're done!  They are an easy way to make your yard the envy of the neighborhood come springtime, especially when you did just a little bit of work in the fall.  Learn the joy of gardening with spring blooming bulbs - how to time varieties best to get blooms from beginning to the end of Spring, how to layer them in containers and more!  Join Trevor Cameron, Certified Professional Horticulturist, as he guides you through the ins and outs, tips and tricks of gardening with bulbs - he will even be demo-planting a container during the class!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted here, on our website, and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

There is such a vast array of sizes, shapes & colors available in the conifer kingdom!  These evergreen beauties add so much color, texture and form to our landscapes - often bringing 12 months of color.  Here at the nursery, we specialize in a wide selection of conifers, from dwarfs to full size.  Learn from our conifer expert Trevor Cameron, Certified Professional Horticulturist (aka plant expert!), about everything you want to know about these versatile beauties, including conifer basics, with an emphasis on conifers that turn color in the fall & winter... you won't want to miss it!  We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date on our website and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted!

There are lots of long-blooming perennials to choose from to keep your garden interesting and beautiful from November all the way into April. Hellebores, Heuchera, Bergenia, Ornamental Grasses and more, they are all great plants to have in your yard - they bloom in winter when nothing much else is and they are beautiful, colorful, tough and reliable!  Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!), for a discussion on what evergreen perennials are perfect for our PNW yards, along with tips on how best to grow and care for them.

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted!

Winter is a prime time to pay attention to your trees and shrubs. The leaves are long gone and most woody plants are dormant, making it an ideal time to give them a trim and give them some care.  Join Trevor Cameron, one of our expert C.P.H.'s (aka plant expert!) on staff, for this fun and informative class.  He'll walk you through what to do now to give you happy trees through the winter.  

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and on YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted!

Let's talk about all things herbs! Join our very own Holli Schippers (our Seasonal Color dept. & herb growing expert) and Erika Lynde (our herb gardening & tea making expert), to learn all the best tips & tricks for growing the best herbs in our PNW conditions. Find out which varieties are tried and true, how to dry them or prepare them for different uses, including teas! Learn how to use the bounty of your garden in delicious and nutritious ways! This will be a fun and useful class you won't want to miss. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Attract hummers, butterflies, bees & other pollinators to your yard with these beautiful summer blooming beauties! Instructor Trevor Cameron, C.P.H (aka plant expert & Sunnyside's General Manager) will give you great tips on creating a backyard wildlife habitat where all the hummingbirds, butterflies and pollinators will want to be - all year long! It's not only enjoyable to watch and see, but helpful in the protection of these very important pollinators. Learn everything you want and need to know about pollinators & the perennials that support and attract them. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Now that spring is over, let's focus on how to get rid of 'spent' blooms, how to prune conifers, hedges and broadleaf evergreens, as well as how to thin trees out for better structure. Join Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!), for this timely review of how-to-prune basics, when to do everything and what results you can expect - geared to guide both beginners and advanced gardeners (we're going to cover it all)! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

How do you get the most out of your roses? We can help! Now that your roses are blooming (or beginning to bloom) learn maintenance tips and how to keep them blooming strong & disease free over the warm summer months, with incredible, long-lasting blooms. Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H (long-time rose grower & plant expert!), to discuss everything you want and need to know to successfully grow roses! We hope to see you for this FREE class that starts @ 10am.

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Hydrangeas are the superior shrub for long-lasting blooms, in shade or sun! A classic garden staple that many people remember from their childhood... today we are falling in love with them all over again. The good news is that we can now grow hydrangeas our grandmothers never even dreamed of. Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka expert horticulturist), for this fun class on everything you'll want to know to grow gorgeous hydrangeas. We'll talk about different varieties (especially BRAND NEW varieties), proper placement, watering, care and how to get stunning color & then change it! We hope to see you for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

There are 3 key components to a spectacular container - thrillers, fillers & spillers! All you need is at least one of each of these things and you'll be good to go to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind container. Join our very own Holli Schippers (expert & our Seasonal Color department Manager) & Sara Christopherson (longtime gardener & plant expert), to learn how to create long-lasting, successful container gardens and hanging baskets. They will discuss how to pick out the perfect plants and container, along with proper care instructions to keep your hard work looking its best! Come learn how to coordinate colors, textures and which plants are excellent companions for others. We hope to see you for the FREE class and event @ 10am!

We'll also be holding our FREE Container Planting Event this same day! You buy the plants, bring a container (or buy one for 50% off from us!) and we'll provide organic soil and plant your container up for you, right here in the nursery! You can get more info right here, and we hope to see you for this exciting day focused all on Container Gardens!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Shade gardens & the PNW go together like PB & J... They're perfect for each other! We'll discuss different types of shade locations, with an emphasis on dry shade under trees. Discover how shade gardens can be just as beautiful as sun gardens with bold vibrant colors, textures, & more! Learn all about plants that do well in cool, moist and shady places with our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!). He'll also share his favorite shade plants as well as his tips & tricks to have a spectacular shade garden! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date, here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

There are so many different colors, sizes & varieties to choose from these days - how do you choose?! Join our very own Trevor Cameron C.P.H. (aka plant expert) to discuss everything you want to know about Rhododendrons & Azaleas. Fabulous colors, fantastic foliage & new varieties and even 'cooler' new species - you won't want to miss out.

We will also be co-hosting (along with The American Rhododendron Society) our annual rhododendron truss show that same day where you can come see unique & rare locally grown rhodies! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class & event that both start @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

We all want to do our part to take care of the environment and wildlife around us... Planting native plants is a great way to do that! There are lots of beautiful and easy native plant options to choose from, along with even more nativars choices - natives that breeders have taken and tweaked to bloom longer, grow tidier, have more colorful foliage and be more disease resistant. The result of,using atives & nativars… less water needed, less maintenance required, and improved wildlife benefit. Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert) to discover these exciting new groups of useful plants for your home garden. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts at 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you can't make it into the nursery) and it will be posted at a later date, here on our website and YouTube. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive timely notifications when new content gets posted.

Come learn about all the colorful things that climb, cling and crawl - with a focus on Clematis! Go vertical with vines to maximize your space, enhance your overall outdoor landscape & easily dress up arbors, trellises, obelisks, fencelines and even houses. Join Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka expert plant guru) to learn how to grow, prune and care for these beauties. All vines will be covered, with an emphasis on easy to grow Clematis varieties & Honeysuckles, along with varieties suitable for growing in containers. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts at 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Join us for a class on everything Deciduous Shrubs! From foliage to form to flower, we'll discuss how to incorporate deciduous shrubs into the landscape, seasonality, structure, foliage color & fall color. With a wide variety of textures, colors & varieties that flower, it's easy and fun to plant more shrubs in your landscape for year round interest! Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!) for discussions on everything you want & need to know about dazzling deciduous shrubs. We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

A tree for all seasons, what could that be? Japanese Maples, that's what! They are so versatile, perfect for every landscape & stunning throughout every season. Let one man’s passion be the source of knowledge for you in this discussion on the delicate and ornate world of Japanese maples. Whether your interest is in choosing one great addition for your landscape or growing a specialty garden, Certified Professional Horticulturist Trevor Cameron will show you the way! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later, here, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

New & exciting plants and products come out every year and you should have the insider's scoop on them! Join Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert) to find out all about the new and exciting plants and products on the market this year. We’ll talk about the best places, uses and more for each new plant, along with what makes them exciting! Also, learn about the new products coming out to help get your gardening chores done more easily or to help add a statement to your landscape. Be the first to hear about all the new stuff! We hope you’ll join us for this free class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class (in case you miss it, can't get in, etc.) and it will be posted later here on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Has wildlife been helping themselves to the plants in your garden? Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!) for this discussion on what techniques & products to consider to prevent excessive damage. The focus will be on deer and rabbits, highlighting plant selections that these creatures tend to avoid in the garden as well as natural repellent product choices that help deter wildlife from browsing in your landscape. Silly rabbit, those plants are for me! We hope you’ll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Organic gardening is a great way to take an active role in creating a healthy lifestyle for you and your family.  Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka expert!) as he provides insight on ways to plant using organic fertilizers & soil amendments as well as ways to keep your garden organic after your planting is done with beneficials & organic garden cures (i.e. pharmacy products).  We’ll also be focusing on how to handle bugs & diseases in your yard in an organic & effective manner. This is a class you won't want to miss!  We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am.

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Growing your own food is easier than you think.  Homegrown veggies are the perfect way to keep your eating habits healthy and to know exactly what went into your food, from start to finish!  Plus, it is an excellent way to get little ones outside & active while learning where their food comes from.  The 'cool' growing season is the longest of the vegetable growing seasons & it is the perfect time to get in the gardening spirit.  Join our very own Holli Schippers & Sara Christopherson, veggie gardening experts, to learn all the tips & tricks for small or large scale vegetable gardening! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am.

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Spring is a wonderful time to introduce new conifers into the landscape. With colorful new growth they add beautiful spring interest, especially with such a vast array of sizes, shapes & colors available!  These evergreen beauties add so much color, texture and form to our landscapes - often bringing 12 months of color.  Here at the nursery, we specialize in a wide selection of conifers, from dwarfs to full size.  Learn from our conifer expert Trevor Cameron, Certified Professional Horticulturist (aka plant expert!), about everything you want to know about these versatile plants and which ones are shining in the springtime.  We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Get the perfect lawn you've always dreamed of (and one that will make your neighborhood jealous!)... Come to class with Trevor Cameron, Certified Professional Horticulturist (aka lawn expert!) to learn how to easily transform your lawn.  Whether you are starting new or fixing up the old, go home with the knowledge of how to get your lawn going right.   We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Roses are a classic garden staple that can be for every level gardener - they're for everyone!  Join Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka expert gardener!), who has over 20 years of rose-growing experience and knowledge to pass along, for you to feel confident growing these timeless beauties. Learn everything you need to know (without being super overwhelmed) to help you grow, and care for, great roses in the Pacific Northwest.  We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Berries are the best when they are fresh... what's fresher than picking them right from your backyard?!  Delicious, nutritious and even beautiful, berries should be a staple in everyone's backyard - especially if you have little ones.  Let Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka gardening expert!) teach you the tips and tricks of growing all of the best berries for the pacific northwest!  General care, mason bees & their benefits, pruning, planting, fertilizing... we'll cover everything you need to know to grow your very own delicious berries.   We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am.

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

PNW, homegrown fruit is unbeatable - especially when you can pick it right from a tree in your yard!  Whether you have a lot of space or just a little, you too can grow your own fruit.  Trevor Cameron, C.P.H (aka plant expert), will guide you through everything you need to know to be successful with any fruit-bearing tree.  We'll talk about basic care, mason bees & their benefits, pruning and more!   We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.

Improve the performance of your plants come springtime by properly pruning now, in the winter - it's the perfect time! Prune now to get more fruit, berries & flower production from your shrubs & trees. Join our very own Trevor Cameron, C.P.H. (aka plant expert!), to learn the basic pruning principles, when to do everything and what results you can expect - geared to guide both beginners and advanced gardeners (we're going to cover it all)! We hope you'll join us for this FREE class that starts @ 10am!

We will be recording this class and it will be posted, at a later time, on our website. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to view past videos and to receive notification when the class gets posted.