August is consistently dry, sunny, and warm in the PNW. By the second half of the month, there’s a slight tinge of fall in the air, but we still have pleasantly warm summer evenings to enjoy in the garden. It’s a great time to refresh the garden and containers with late-summer flowers. Here are some […]

Learn how to harvest cut-and-come-again vegetables with Kevin in our Growing Gardeners Club demonstration garden! In this video, Kevin walks through harvesting chard and different types of lettuce so they keep growing back. He places his harvest in a bucket of water to keep it cool and prevent wilting.

Happy Pride Month! Why not show your pride with a rainbow garden? Rainbow gardens can be as flashy or as subtle as you would like, depending on the design and the plants you choose. It’s a great way to add a “wow” factor to the garden and a fun project to do with kids as […]

Potato grow bags are one of the easiest ways to grow potatoes at home – no raised beds, no in-ground digging, and no large garden required. All you need is a bag, the right soil mix, and a little patience. Learn all the best tips and tricks in this blog post!

For many years now, Sky Nursery has been a proud partner of Hopelink, a community action agency operating within North and East King County to provide essential services for  neighbors in need. Their proven assistance programs range from education and family development to housing and of course, their Hopelink Food Markets, which in 2025 served… […]

As urban/small space gardeners in the Northwest, incorporating edible flowers is an oft-underestimated opportunity to connect to our gardens, all while improving biodiversity and overall garden health. And, the wide, fragrant, and delicious world of edible flowers is far from limited. You’ve likely already heard of chamomile, hibiscus, lavender, and even rose in drinks and sweets,… […]

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you’re shopping for a green-thumbed gardener, a wellness enthusiast, or someone who simply deserves something beautiful, our staff has you covered. This year, we asked our buyers to share what they’re most excited about and the picks are truly special. From fragrant gardenias to fruit trees, […]

If you want a massive harvest of juicy tomatoes, you need to master “The Big Three” of tomato care. These pillars of success help your plants stay resilient against disease and maximize the number of fruits they can carry.

A successful tomato harvest begins long before the first flower appears by focusing on the health of your soil and the community of plants around it. Tomatoes are high-energy plants that require a strong foundation to produce those heavy clusters of fruit.

Choosing the right tomato is the first step toward a successful season and it all starts with understanding how the plant actually grows. When you look at our tags you will see the terms “Determinate” and “Indeterminate” which describe the physical habit of the plant and how it produces fruit.