There’s Nothing Quite As Magical As The Tunnel Of Trees You’ll Find At Bayview Farm And Garden In Washington

Located on rural Whidbey Island north of Seattle, Bayview Garden isn’t your ordinary garden center. Though you can buy home and garden accessories, not to mention plants suited for the Pacific Northwest climate, the garden’s most unique feature is a living tunnel of Laburnum trees. During the cold, wet winter, garden staff work meticulously to prune, weave, and tie the branches to maintain the tunnel effect. What visitors see during the warmer months, then, is a lush tunnel of green. And, during the late spring, a vibrant layer of yellow flowers. The effect is stunning and attracts people to the garden center just to see this stunning tunnel of trees in Washington.

Bayview Garden, formerly known as Bayview Farm and Garden, is a unique spot for plant lovers to explore, featuring enough unique options to take up most of the day.

Look for the tree tunnel in the nursery section of the garden section.

Mid-to-late May is usually when the tree tunnel flowers are at their peak, but it’s best to call Bayview Farm and Garden to hear what they think will be the most precise peak time.

The Laburnum tree, also known as golden chain or golden rain, is well-suited for the oceanic climate of the Pacific Northwest, so it’s an ideal choice for a tree tunnel in Washington State.

With or without the tree tunnel in bloom, the nursery and greenhouse are lovely to stroll through.

Inside, the huge store stocks trendy home decor and accessories such as holiday decorations, kitchen supplies, and more. It’s the perfect place to nab a souvenir, or a gift to bring back with you.

There’s more to this place than the garden center. There’s Flower House Café, open 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily. Combat the gloom of winter in the covered, heated seating area with a cup of coffee. The café also serves breakfast and lunch.

Visit the Bayview Garden website to get more information on the garden center, café, and tree tunnel. You can also follow the Facebook page of this unique Washington garden to find out all the latest announcements. It's only a few minutes' walk from Orchard Kitchen, which serves what we think are the best chicken dinners in Washington.

Have you visited this stunning tunnel of trees in Washington? Let us know, and tell us what else you like to do on Whidbey Island in the comments! If you're looking for a place to stay in the area, consider booking a room at the stunning Captain Whidbey, one of the most storied inns in the entire region.