Native Plants That Thrive in Pacific Northwest Yards

Native Plants That Thrive in Pacific Northwest Yards

Want a yard that’s beautiful and easy to care for? Native plants are a natural fit for Maple Valley and the wider Pacific Northwest. Because they’ve evolved to grow here, they typically need less water, fewer fertilizers, and less pruning than non-native species.

Here are a few native all-stars:

• Nootka Rose (Rosa nutkana): A charming wild rose with fragrant pink blooms in late spring and summer, followed by bright red hips.

• Evergreen Huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum): A versatile shrub with glossy foliage and edible berries that birds love.

• Western Bleeding Heart (Dicentra formosa): A shade-loving perennial with soft, fern-like leaves and elegant pink flowers.

• Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia): A multi-season shrub or small tree with white spring blossoms, edible summer berries, and fiery fall foliage.

• Thimbleberry (Rubus parviflorus): A soft-stemmed, sprawling shrub with big maple-like leaves and tasty red berries.

Using native plants helps create a landscape that’s both ecologically friendly and uniquely Pacific Northwest. Plus, they bring a sense of place and natural beauty that feels right at home.