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Bare Root Rose Plants at Shonnard’s

Bare Root Rose Plants at Shonnard’s

What is Bare Root? Bare root means that a plant has been dug up from growing in the ground and has not been container grown. Roots are left bare but protected, and upon arrival to our nursery the plants are placed in a mulch mix to keep the roots covered. A bare root...

Enjoy Early Blooms: How to Force Flowering Branches

Enjoy Early Blooms: How to Force Flowering Branches

The grey winter days can sap your inspiration for outdoor activities, but you can boost your spirits with an indoor preview of the spring to come. Many of the classic spring blooming trees and shrubs, and a few less common but no less worthy ones, can have branches...

Pre-Order Live Bees

Pre-Order Live Bees

Time to place your pre-orders for live bees! We are a distributer of live bees for Fred Selby, a 2nd generation beekeeper from Chico, California. Previously the head of the Shonnard’s Nursery Beekeeping Department, Fred now professionally operates his apiary near...

What is a Fresh Nucleus Hive?

What is a Fresh Nucleus Hive?

We are proud to offer nucleus hives created by Fred Selby, a 2nd generation beekeeper. After being head of the Shonnard’s Nursery beekeeping department, Fred now professionally operates his apiary near Brownsville, Oregon. What is a Fresh Nucleus Hive? A fresh nucleus...

Houseplant Appreciation Day – Free Repotting January 10th – 12th

Houseplant Appreciation Day – Free Repotting January 10th – 12th

January 10th is National Houseplant Appreciation Day How does one even describe the immeasurable appreciation for their houseplants? New leaves bring joy. Blooms spread happiness. The accomplishment of keeping the plant alive for years develops a sense of pride and...

Your Bees in December

Your Bees in December

By now, winter preparations should be done: absorbent material is in your inner covers, rain covers and wind breaks have been installed, and your bees are eating away at their voluminous winter stores. There really isn’t much to buzz about in December, there is...

A Thoughtful Gift Guide for Everyone on Your List

A Thoughtful Gift Guide for Everyone on Your List

There's no better way to spread joy than with thoughtful, garden-inspired gifts. This holiday season, inspire and support a passion for sustainability, and a celebration of all things green and growing. There's a thoughtful gift for everyone on your list at Shonnard's...

Pre-Order Your Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Pre-Order Your Thanksgiving Centerpiece

We are Grateful for Family & Flowers The warm colors of the harvest season are infused into our floral arrangements. We enjoy making arrangements that reflect the charm of the season, and who isn't thankful for the presence of flowers in this time of year? There's...

Your Bees in November

Your Bees in November

The hard work of the beekeeping year is now behind us, but there are a few things to keep in mind as we slide into winter. Ventilation Ventilation in your hive is extremely important – bees heating the hive create warm, moist air that can either escape the hive or...

Winter Weather Plant Protection

Winter Weather Plant Protection

Temperatures can drop quickly! Don’t be blindsided when the hard frosts become the norm of the season. Instead, be prepared, do a little planning and read these tips on how to give your valuable plants some winter protection. Tips for Protecting Plants Cover sensitive...

The Daffodil Story

The Daffodil Story

From Andrea Shonnard ~ Spring has always been my favorite time of the year, though I could be a little biased being a March baby. The part of spring that gives me the most joy is when the ground reawakens in late winter with the foliage of spring bulbs transforming...

Ultimate Fall Sale is Here

Ultimate Fall Sale is Here

Fall is the perfect time to plant in Corvallis, as the cooler weather and moist soil create ideal conditions for strong root growth. At our Ultimate Fall Sale, we're offering unbeatable discounts on everything you need to set your garden up for long-term success and...

Hear from our happy customers!

We bloom with excitement when we hear from our customers.

Andrea assisted with flowers for my August wedding. She was amazing from start to finish. She listened to my colors and budget! My flowers stayed fresh for a full week. Wedding guests loved taking home the table arrangements. Definitely 5-star service and quality!
Ellen M.
Andrea assisted with flowers for my August wedding. She was amazing from start to finish. She listened to my colors and budget! My flowers stayed fresh for a full week. Wedding guests loved taking home the table arrangements. Definitely 5-star service and quality!
Ellen M.
Ellen M.
Reasonable prices, great service, and two weeks later the sweet little carnation bouquet I sent to my daughter is still looking fresh and beautiful!
Tami S.
Reasonable prices, great service, and two weeks later the sweet little carnation bouquet I sent to my daughter is still looking fresh and beautiful!
Tami S.
Tami S.
Shonnard’s is my go to place for everything plant related. They have a wonderful selection of everything from native plants to popular decorative plants to houseplants and anything you could need to keep said plants happy. Combine that with a friendly, knowledgeable staff and they have my business and recommendation.
Kylee T.
Shonnard’s is my go to place for everything plant related. They have a wonderful selection of everything from native plants to popular decorative plants to houseplants and anything you could need to keep said plants happy. Combine that with a friendly, knowledgeable staff and they have my business and recommendation.
Kylee T.
Kylee T.
Shonnard’s has an outstanding selection of native plants. Super kind staff took time to answer my questions and gave a lot of helpful advice. I ended up finding all the plants on my list (plus a few more, of course). They even delivered for a reasonable fee. 5 stars!
Leyna J.
Shonnard’s has an outstanding selection of native plants. Super kind staff took time to answer my questions and gave a lot of helpful advice. I ended up finding all the plants on my list (plus a few more, of course). They even delivered for a reasonable fee. 5 stars!
Leyna J.
Leyna J.
Shonnard's is the best! Great prices, super helpful staff, and an amazing selection. It has everything I could want in a local nursery.
Jessee D.
Shonnard's is the best! Great prices, super helpful staff, and an amazing selection. It has everything I could want in a local nursery.
Jessee D.
Jessee D.