Spring is the perfect time to explore well-groomed gardens, majestic native landscapes and stately estates. Lace up your walking shoes and prepare to be inspired because the Kitsap Peninsula is home to some internationally known gardens and dozens of nurseries that offer a variety of native and exotic plants and garden art from classical to [...]
This Mother's Day, hop aboard one of four iconic WA State Ferries or cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and transport yourself to the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula...just a 30-minute ride from Seattle. Brush off the urban fog, and take time to relax and soak up and in some fresh air. Take a stressless garden tour or [...]
There are so many different events happening on the Kitsap Peninsula from December 1-3, the only hope is to take an extra day or two off and make it a nice long-weekend. But it is the holiday season and the perfect time to spend some quality, one-on-one time with family and friends. According to research..there [...]
The world-famous Heronswood is more than a garden, it's a work of art in a thousand hues of green. Founders Dan Hinkley and Robert Jones designed a tapestry, alive with color and texture, and punctuated with lacy foliage, angular walkways and arched hedges. You'll love the contrast between the formal hedgerows and the woodland gardens, the architectural [...]
It doesn’t get much more romantic than the Kitsap Peninsula. Whether you’re into walks on the beach, winery tours, farm-to-table restaurants or kicking back at a craft brewery, there’s something for every couple’s taste. Here are a few ideas for creating the perfect lovers’ getaway throughout the month of February: Wine + Chocolate – Bainbridge Island’s [...]
With a mild climate, abundant rainfall and wide-open spaces, the Kitsap Peninsula is a mecca for gardeners, so it’s no wonder that the region is home to three world-famous destination gardens – Heronswood, Bloedel Reserve and Elandan Gardens. Each is a distinctive gem in its own right and worthy of several hours of your time. Plan to [...]
