Plants are finally starting to show some life here in Portland. Just got these cheerful hostas to brighten up my shade garden.

Plants are finally starting to show some life here in Portland. Just got these cheerful hostas to brighten up my shade garden.

Bringing the outdoors in! Putting together some terrariums today for my clients office space.

Bringing the outdoors in! Putting together some terrariums today for my clients office space.

This winter I have been fortunate enough to visit several tropical gardens for design inspiration, please check back soon for more photos from my travels.

This winter I have been fortunate enough to visit several tropical gardens for design inspiration, please check back soon for more photos from my travels.

When planning a garden it is always important to add plants with winter interest. Here is a picture I took of a beautiful winter king hawthorn in Bend, Oregon. Trees or shrubs that produce winter berries make a great addition to any garden.

When planning a garden it is always important to add plants with winter interest. Here is a picture I took of a beautiful winter king hawthorn in Bend, Oregon. Trees or shrubs that produce winter berries make a great addition to any garden.

Had a great time putting together some centerpieces for the holidays.

Had a great time putting together some centerpieces for the holidays.

Deck the halls!

Deck the halls!

Check your doorstep for a autumn garden gift from Blue Stem Design.

Check your doorstep for a autumn garden gift from Blue Stem Design.

Time for fall planters.

Time for fall planters.

Time for fall containers! I filled this antique planter for a client with silver and purple foliage to add a burst of color to the landscape through the fall and winter months.

Time for fall containers! I filled this antique planter for a client with silver and purple foliage to add a burst of color to the landscape through the fall and winter months.

The ultimate tree house!

The ultimate tree house!

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