The 7 Best Tropical Plants for the PNW
Tropical plants infuse flamboyant drama and excitement into Pacific Northwest landscapes and container gardens. Available as Spring ends and Summer begins, Tropical plants arrive in our Portland-area...
View ArticleGardening to Attract Hummingbirds
A well-planned hummingbird garden will fulfill a bird’s basic needs (food, water, shelter, space) and in turn, provide you with hours of enjoyment, entertainment, and connection with nature! Along...
View ArticleHow to Create a Pollinator Garden
“Bee” a part of the solution and help support local pollinators by planting flowers in your garden! Whether you’re integrating more pollinator plants into your existing landscape or creating a new...
View Article4 Ways to Reimagine Your Front Yard
Front yards have accurately been termed “a private space with a public face” and the work that you put into the front of your property is guaranteed to be appreciated by guests, neighbors and of...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About Hydrangeas: Varieties, Pruning & Care
Hydrangeas offer masses of blooms all summer long and are among some of the hardiest low-maintenance shrubs for Pacific Northwest gardens. With many species and cultivars, these deciduous shrubs start...
View ArticleHow to Get the Best Blooms All Summer
Summertime is all about MORE! More heat, more fun, and more flowers… Summer brings blooms in abundance—warm weather and longer days cue a host of plants to put on a beautiful floral display, much to...
View ArticleHow to Design, Plant & Care for a Container Garden in Spring & Summer
Spring and Summer are the perfect times to refresh your entryway, porch, or patio with colorful container plantings! By sprucing up your pots with fresh color, you can bring new life to containers...
View ArticleHow to Water Your Garden Effectively
Water is foundational to the growth and success of any and all plants. Sometimes a plant’s water needs are obvious—the leaves wilt and stems flop, and then they spring back up after water is applied....
View Article7 Best Plants for Summer Fragrance
Immerse your senses in the heady fragrance of blooming plants! Fragrant plants are essential to creating a welcoming Summer garden. Introducing spicy, sweet, or woody floral scents into the garden...
View ArticleHow to Prepare Your Garden for a Heatwave & Drought
Intense Summer heat has become a new fixture in the Pacific Northwest, so it’s important to know how to prepare your garden for a heatwave and drought conditions. Chances are, you’ve spent a lot of...
View ArticleHow to Design a Mediterranean Landscape
Mediterranean landscapes are effortless retreats full of engaging textures. They are havens from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and can make your home feel like a resort. In the Dennis’ 7 Dees...
View ArticleEchinacea: Summer-Long Blooms in Every Color
Echinacea is a wildly popular flower available in a multitude of stunning colors, flower shapes, and sizes. Native to North American prairies and now bred to shine in the garden, Echinacea, or...
View ArticleFrom an Unusable Hill to a 5-Star Backyard Resort
Dennis’ 7 Dees Residential Landscape Designer Justin Snodgrass received a call from a potential new client and instantly wowed them with his pleasant demeanor, landscaping knowledge and experience,...
View ArticleOrnamental Grasses: Care Tips & Favorite Varieties
Ornamental grasses are the perfect plants to bridge the gap between Summer and Fall. Grasses provide color, texture, structure, and movement to the landscape with minimal maintenance. Discover the...
View ArticleModern & Creative Holiday Decor for Offices & Commercial Buildings
Dennis’ 7 Dees offers modern holiday decorations that are warm, cheerful, and welcoming for your commercial space. Decorating the office for the holidays can be a challenge as property and office...
View ArticlePlant Selection & Design Tips for a Beautiful Shade Garden
In areas like the Pacific Northwest that are blessed with an abundance of trees, one of the biggest challenges for gardeners is shade. While shade gardening presents unique obstacles, a proper...
View ArticlePorchscaping Ideas for Fall Curb Appeal
Crisp mornings and golden evenings herald the arrival of Fall as foliage colors turn warmer and the days grow shorter. Liberate your inner decorator, enhance your curb appeal, and welcome yourself...
View Article7 Underappreciated Trees & Shrubs for Fall Color
Maples and Burning Bush might be the best-known stars of Autumn, but there are plenty of fantastic trees and shrubs for bringing brilliant, evocative Fall color to landscapes! Autumn is the season of...
View ArticleCreating Containers for the Perfect Outdoor Entertaining Space with Emily...
We were delighted to collaborate with the incredibly talented Designer and Stylist, Emily Henderson, to create a warm and welcoming patio for her River House project. Emily put her trust in Dennis’ 7...
View ArticleFall Bulbs for Spring Flowers
Planting bulbs in the Fall is one of the greatest investments you can make for your future happiness. When early Spring weather is grey and miserable and being outside is the last thing on your mind,...
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