Rosedale Gardens Garden Center
Gig Harbor, Washington
Rosedale Gardens, Tour Garden,
Gig Harbor Garden Center, Outdoor Art Gallery, Gig
Harbor Nursery and Landscaping Supply, Gift
Shop, Located in Gig Harbor, WA
Our main Garden Center is located in Gig Harbor, Washington, at 7311 Rosedale Street,
NW.
Experience the Art of Nature
Washington's first ever-changing Outdoor Art Gallery and Nursery.
A must for any garden enthusiast.
Visit our unique surroundings of garden rooms landscaped with
fine works of sculpture and elements that only nature can draw. The
beautifully landscaped grounds feature nature trails as well as easy walking
paths woven among private sitting areas with the sounds of water, a bamboo
forest and inspiring garden design using original works of art.
Started in 1986, owner Scott Junge had built a reputation
for creating classic landscapes for clients that bring permanent beauty for
the homeowners to enjoy for years. Incorporating original works of art,
rockery, crafted stonework paths and waterfalls, using art elements,
professional planting and elegant stone crafting; his landscape style is well
known throughout the south Puget Sound area.
Open year round, seven days a week, you will find this hidden treasure just
minutes away from the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor.
Our full service nursery and quaint gift shop blend with the surroundings to
help you choose the finest quality plants, art pieces, home accents and
pottery to create the garden place of your dreams.
Started in 1986, Rosedale Gardens grew out of a desire to
build a business where art and landscape design could be displayed as a tour
garden as well as a full service nursery. Located on over 15 acres in the
beautiful Gig Harbor area. Unique settings will inspire visitors to create
the elements of a professionally landscaped yard.
Since 1975, owner Scott Junge has built a reputation for creating classic
designs for clients that bring permanent beauty in the landscape. His style
and work is well known throughout the Puget Sound region .
Experience the Art of Nature
at Washington's first ever-changing outdoor art gallery and nursery.
A must for any garden enthusiast, a visit to the unique surroundings of
garden rooms landscaped with fine works of sculpture and elements that only
nature can draw, is an experience to discover. The beautifully landscaped
grounds feature nature trails as well as easy walking paths woven among
private sitting areas with the sound of water, a bamboo forest and inspiring
garden design using original works of art.
Open year round, seven days a week, you will find this hidden treasure just
minutes away from the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor.
Full Service Nursery
and quaint gift shop blend with the beautiful surroundings to help you
choose the finest quality plants, art pieces, home accents and pottery to
create the garden place of your dreams.
Open year round, seven days a week, you will find this hidden treasure just
minutes away from the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor.
A full service nursery and quaint gift shop blend with the beautiful
surroundings to help you choose the finest quality plants, art pieces, home
accents and pottery to create the garden place of your dreams.
Rosedale Gardens, tour garden, gift shop, nursery, landscaping, outdoor art
gallery
Located at 7311 Rosedale Street NW, Gig Harbor
Landscape on Hillsides In Gig Harbor
The drama of natural stone and hillside plantings are shown in this gallery
of photos, showcasing the talent of design by Rosedale Gardens to take on
challenging sites and make them works of art with plants and stone.
Artistry in Gig Harbor Landscaping
Incorporating original and classic outdoor art pieces turn a simple
landscape into a timeless design. Working to bring all the elements
together, is a specialty of a Rosedale Gardens landscape design.
Rockery Designs
The use of stone blended with landscape design work create natural rock
features.
Groundcover Plantings
Covering ground with plants gives dimension and texture. The right plant in
the right place, a design from Rosedale Gardens incorporates color and
texture from the ground up.
Gig Harbor Waterfront Estates
Professional installation of water features and landscape design utilizing
natural views of water create a living element to a landscape.
Outdoor
Water Features For Gig
Harbor Gardens
Professional installation of water
features and landscape design utilizing natural views of water create a
living element to a landscape.
Paths and Stonework Ideas
The hardscape of a garden is a vital ingredient to a good design.
Hedge plantings
The use of hedge plants create artistic lines in a landscape and living
fences for privacy
Works In Progress
With an installation from Rosedale Gardens you can expect professional work,
design and experience from start to finish.
Lawn
Fertilizing Tips
A Good Nutritional Program in lawn care is one of the most vital parts of
lawn maintenance.
It can reduce weeds, moss, and certain diseases and make lawn care easier.
Rosedale Gardens - Tour Garden - Gift Shop - Nursery - Outdoor Art
Gallery - Gig Harbor, WA
Beautiful in all Seasons
A must for any garden enthusiast, a visit to the unique surroundings of
garden rooms landscaped with fine works of sculpture and elements that only
nature can draw, is an experience to discover. The beautifully landscaped
grounds feature nature trails as well as easy walking paths woven among
private sitting areas with the sounds of water, a bamboo forest and
inspiring garden design using original works of art.
Rosedale Gardens
Open year around seven days a week.
Visit us for the Holiday season to find the perfect gift or treasure for the
gardener on your list.
Gift Certificates available in any amount...
convenient ordering by phone.
Just call 253-851-7333
Our Gift shop is all new...
offering unique gifts for the garden and home, stop by and see our new look!
Mention you visited our web-site and receive a 10% discount off your entire
regular priced purchase!
Plus....
Every Weekend is Something Special for the Holiday Season
November 26 & 27:
Entire Gift Shop 20% off all regular prices. This s the time to shop for
gifts, unique Christmas Décor and more.
December 3 & 4:
All Living Christmas Trees 20% off. Get ready for a living Christmas with a
tree for the Holidays that becomes a tree for the garden. Plant a memory of
Christmas 2005.
December 10 & 11:
All Statuary 25% off. Choose from Concrete, Bronze & elegant stone. (Savings
exclude consignment pieces)
December 17 & 18:
All Christmas Décor, indoors or out 40% off. Includes greenery, wreaths,
ornaments and more. Hurry items are limited to stock on Hand.
December 23 & 24:
Gift Certificates...Give the gift of a garden, choose any dollar amount,
perfect for the gardener on your list!
A must for any garden enthusiast, a visit to the unique
surroundings of garden rooms landscaped with fine works of sculpture and
elements that only nature can draw, is an experience to discover. The
beautifully landscaped grounds feature nature trails as well as easy walking
paths woven among private sitting areas with the sounds of water, a bamboo
forest and inspiring garden design using original works of art.
Open year round, seven days a week, you will find this hidden treasure just
minutes away from the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor.
A full service nursery and quaint gift shop blend with the beautiful
surroundings to help you choose the finest quality plants, art pieces, home
accents and pottery to create the garden place of your dreams.
7311 Rosedale Street, Gig Harbor
Directions:
From the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor: Rosedale street begins across
from the Fisherman's Memorial statue at Jerisich Dock. Follow Rosedale
approximately 5 miles and the nursery is on the right.
From Tacoma: Across the Narrows Bridge on Highway 16, Take the Gig Harbor
city center exit. Go straight through the stoplight, proceed to the second
4-way stop (Rosedale Street), turn to the left and travel approx. 3 miles.
From Bremerton: From highway 16, take the Gig Harbor, City center exit. Turn
left, then left again at the next stop light. Proceed to the second 4-way
stop (Rosedale Street), turn left and travel approx. 3 miles.
visit our second garden store on Burnham Drive, just off Highway 16,
Take the Gig Harbor North/Burnham drive exit. Turn left across the freeway
through the roundabout to Burnham Drive, turn right approx. 1/2 mile.
Lawn Fertilizing
A Good Nutritional Program in lawn care is one of the most vital parts of
lawn maintenance. It can reduce weeds, moss, and certain diseases and make
lawn care easier.
Formulations on a fertilizer bag
· (N) Nitrogen, (P) phosphorus and (K) potassium and are always shown in the
same order N-P-K.
· In lawn care, the available nitrogen will be one of the more important
ingredients, as it is the main contributor to health and “greening” of lawn
grasses.
· An ideal fertilizer is a fertilizer containing a small amount of quick
release, plus a slow release to supply (N) between fertilizations.
The Rosedale Gardens Lawn Fertilizer Blend 22-2-14 with 65% Slow Release
Nitrogen is formulated for lawns in our area and balances a quick
release nitrogen with a slow release nitrogen for consistent fertilization
through the season.
5 to 6 applications through the year will give the entire balanced
nutritional program a lawn needs.
How much to apply?
· Measure the lawn surface. Length x width will give the square footage of
the lawn.
· An average healthy lawn will need 4 pounds of nitrogen per year per 1,000
square foot of lawn area.
· This breaks down to 1 pound per application
Yearly recommended application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend:
1st week in April
1st week in June
1st week in August
Mid-September
Mid-November
The formulation of Rosedale Gardens Blend will require 4.5 pounds of product
from the bag per 1000 sq. ft. of lawn area. Formulate the lawn surface
accordingly.
Apply as recommended.
· The application rate can be adjusted based on the overall health and type
of lawn.
· Never exceed an annual application rate of 50 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.
· It is very important to apply evenly and uniformly
All lawn spreaders are different and adjusting them can be tricky, settings
and distribution of fertilizer depends on how fast the person applying it
walks and the type of spreader used.
Setting the spreader:
· Set the spreader at a very low setting.
· Figure the approximate amount needed for the complete application.
· Fill the spreader and apply the fertilizer by going over the lawn evenly,
several times until the entire correct amount is applied.
· This can give the most accurate coverage.
Another method:
· Stake out a 200 sq. ft. area of the lawn. (example a 10 x 20 square)
· Weigh, on a scale, the amount of fertilizer needed per 200 sq ft. (divide
the amount per 1,000 sq. ft. by 5)
· Set the spreader on the recommended setting and spread the weighed amount
on the staked out lawn area.
· If you have fertilizer left in the hopper, increase the setting slightly.
If you run out, lower the setting slightly.
· Test again on another 200 sq. ft. area of the lawn until it is correct.
· Write down the amount needed in a place it can be referred to at next
feeding time.
· Change the setting if you change spreaders or fertilizer formulations.
Rosedale Gardens
7311 Rosedale Street (253) 851.7333
11621 Burnham Drive (253) 851.4769
Gig Harbor, Washington
Yearly Lawn Care Calendar
1. March
Treat for moss.
Aerate soil if needed, broadcast sand over the surface after aeration to
promote drainage.
Check under a 12” square of soil sample for Crane Fly Larvae, the presence
of many blackbirds on the lawn also is an indicator of larvae or insects in
the lawn.
Treat for Crane Fly if needed.
2. Fertilizer April 1st
1st Application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend 22-2-14 Lawn Fertilizer
3. Spring
Assess lawn for it’s overall health. Inspect for:
Moss,
Signs of disease,
Measure thatch,
Observe blackbirds on the lawn,
Check soil for compaction,
Look at the density and color of the grass and presence of spring weeds.
Your observations will determine how to take care of your lawn this season.
4. Water The Lawn
Water as determined by your lawn’s needs. The recommended 1” a week is
measured by natural rainfall, drainage, soil texture, depth and weather
conditions. Know your turf and base water needs by it’s cultural conditions.
Slow, deep watering, not just surface water, will achieve a healthy root
zone.
5. Mow The Lawn
Mow grass when blades are 1/3rd above cutting height, never stress lawn by
cutting more than 1/3rd at any one time. If lawn has overgrown, cut 1/3rd of
it’s overgrown height, then wait a few days and cut another 1/3rd and so on.
6. Weeds in the Lawn
A healthy lawn will out compete most weeds. Hand pull or spot treat. Avoid
broadcast lawn herbicides unless absolutely necessary. Small hard to dig
weeds like buttercups, love low fertility, so use our Rosedale Garden’s
special Blend slow release fertilizer to keep healthy competition with weeds
and a well cared for lawn.
7. June 1st
2nd application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend 22-2-14 Lawn Fertilizer.
8. Fertilizer - August 1st
3rd application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend 22-2-14 Lawn Fertilizer.
9. Fertilizer - September 15th
4th Application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend 22-2-14 Lawn Fertilizer.
9a. Fall / Winter
Continue to mow as long as weather and new growth permits. Keep shrubs and
perennials trimmed that lie on to grass areas and rake up leaves to keep
good air circulation on the lawn surface.
9b. Fertilizer - November 15th
5th application of Rosedale Gardens Special Blend 22-2-14 Lawn Fertilizer.
Another application of slow release lawn fertilizer will help the turf
compete with moss over the winter.
Nursery Plant Suggestions From our Staff
Becky Suggests: Architectural Evergreens
Our hard working main location tree and shrub buyer has done it again....so
busy on the phone with growers from all over the Pacific Northwest to bring
the best selection to you. The selection of architectural Evergreens,
Flowering trees and more has never been better. The nursery is filled with
inspiration.
Clement Suggests
The River Birch, This tree has great architectural branches that clump to
the ground...The bark adds year round interest with a smooth and shiny
finish. Attractive in the evening when back lit with landscape lighting.
Cori Suggests: Skimmia Japonica
Skimmia japonica, Nice glossy evergreen leaves spring fragrant flowers and
bright red winter berries. It likes the shade and does not seem bothered by
bugs or disease. A nice foundation specimen.
Cyndee Suggests: "Snow Fountain"
The contorted, weeping "Snow Fountain" flowering Cherry, In this moment I
choose this tree for it's elegant, artsy yet delicate appeal. The early
welcome to spring is always appreciated and the contorted look makes it
appear to dance in the yard!
Hugh
Our newest staff member brings tree expertise as a certified arborist.
Janeen Suggests Gaura "Pink Cloud"
Gaura "Pink Cloud", this perennial is a real performer with profuse summer
blooming of rich pink flowers. The glossy deep burgundy foliage shows nice
in the garden and container plantings.
Joe Suggests: 4-way combo Apple trees
4-way combo Apple trees, perfect for the garden with limited space, these
unique fruit trees have 4 varieties grafted on to one tree, eliminating the
need for an pollenizer.
Kelly Suggests: Our Gift Shop
The main location gift buyer is tempted by all the spring goods arriving
daily and finds it hard to pick a favorite. Stop by and see the latest line
of garden plaques, gazing balls and art for your garden.
Roger Suggests: Albizia
Albizia, otherwise known as the "Silk Tree". This beautiful spreading tree
has fine textured fern-like foliage. It will grow to 30 feet with a unique
habit to spread twice as wide, creating a canopy. The fragrant pink flowers
create a summer show.
Tim Suggests: Dwarf Conifers and Perennials
Our Burnham Drive location buyer searches many growers to find unique dwarf
conifers and perennials. His latest finds are inspired by a visit to the
Portland Chinese Garden, unique Asian inspired plants for the Pacific
Northwest Garden.
Our Plant Guarantee
Rosedale Gardens guarantees its nursery stock (defined as permanent
landscape plants) to be healthy and free of disease and insects when they
leave our nursery.
We guarantee it should perform to your satisfaction if planted and cared for
according to our instructions.
If your properly cared for plant has failed within one year from the
original purchase date, bring back the failing plant and your sales receipt.
We will replace the plant or credit you for another one.
If you suspect a problem with your new purchase please inform us as soon as
possible to help you remedy the problem before it intensifies. Most plant
problems can be solved with excellent results before complete failure.
Our desire is for you to be successful!
Unfortunately we cannot guarantee the following:
• Bedding plants, hanging baskets, and/or plants not hardy in our zone
and/or considered tender or annuals as defined by the USDA hardiness zones.
• Plants that have not been cared for according to our recommendations or
planted in an area not according to its needs. (Example: sun or shade, etc.)
• Plants that have not been watered properly.
• Clearance stock is non-returnable. Ask a sales associate to clarify this
as needed.
• Purchases by landscape contractors.
• Plants killed by extreme weather uncontrollable by Rosedale Gardens, such
as winter injury or drought.
If you have any questions regarding your new plant purchase and its care,
consult with one of our nursery professionals.
Visit our Rosedale Street Location,
featuring Tour Gardens
& an Outdoor Art Gallery
Over 7 acres of Garden Rooms,
Quality Shrubs, Trees,
Perennials and Groundcovers
plus a Gift Shop featuring
Unique Gifts and Garden Tools.
Directions
From the waterfront of downtown Gig Harbor, Rosedale street begins across
from the Fisherman's Memorial statue at Jerisich Dock. Follow Rosedale
approximately 5 miles and the nursery is on the right off of 72nd Street.
From Tacoma:
Across the Narrows Bridge on Highway 16, Take the Gig Harbor city center
exit. Go straight through the stoplight, proceed to the second 4-way stop
(Rosedale Street), turn to the left and travel approx. 3 miles.
From Bremerton:
From highway 16, take the Gig Harbor, City center exit. Turn left, then left
again at the next stop light. Proceed to the second 4-way stop (Rosedale
Street), turn left and travel approx. 3 miles.
Visit our second garden store on Burnham Drive, just off
Highway 16
Specializing in Dwarf Conifers, Perennials & Unique plants for your
landscape.
11621 Burnham Drive
253-851-4769
Directions
Take the Gig Harbor North / Burnham drive exit. Turn left across the freeway
through the roundabout to Burnham Drive, turn right approx. 1/2 mile.