If you’re taking a roadtrip along the Olympic Highway, don’t just go west to the coast, head the other direction as well. Highway 101 loops in and out of the eastern edge of the Olympic National Park and is a such a scenic drive. 

Seeing this bright spot of color as I was driving through the town of Brinnon, I had to stop.

Turn here!!!

This 7 acre nursery is a rhododendron lover’s happy spot.  So many different types of rhodies in eye popping colors, with tree-lined paths meandering through the garden and over a small stream, kept my camera in my hand and out of the bag.

Ink Spot Rhododendron

Rock Rose Rhododendron

Jock Rhododendron

No idea what this purple rhododendron is because I forgot to snap a pic of the name.

A whimsical sea monster along the creek.

Makes me want to pull off my shoes and go wading!

Whitney Gardens & Nursery fully lives up to the nursery part of its name, too.

So many plants!

Rows and rows of plants, sorted by color.

Tools of the gardener’s trade.

Something to bring home.

Flats of marigolds at Whitney Gardens & Nursery in Brinnon.

Take a break from agonizing over which plants to bring home on one of the many benches.

A study in contrasting textures.

Inside one of the greenhouses.

The free info sheet on the Deer Repellent Recipe made me smile.  And then grab one, because deer visit my backyard.

A bit of breeze came through, swirling cherry blossom petals around.

Links of Interest:

• Whitney Gardens & Nursery website

Location:

Whitney Gardens & Nursery, 306264 US-101, Brinnon, WA 98320