What a wonderful farm! We spent way more time here than we had planned. They have so much to do,…read morethe activities are amazing. From the HUGE corn-maze to the pig races there is something for everyone. The bounce pad and tube slide of course were the hit of the day. Several photo op displays. The food court is covered with plenty of seating and great food. The gift shop has some interesting items to take home, the pickled quail eggs are amazing. Free samples by the ice cream shop. You could easily spend the whole day here and not get bored. We will definitely be back for other events. Worth the drive. Thanks for a wonderful day!

Wonderful experience. Great for all ages. Gorgeous property with plenty of fun activities. The…read moretulips are spectacular. Not too crowded. They offer light nights to eat, adult beverages, and a small farm market.

This farm has it all! A store with fresh produce, animals and activities for the kids, and…read moreflowers/plants. Right now, the harvest festival is going on, and they reduced the prices for adults this year which is appreciated. I always seem to have great customer service when I go, everyone just seems really happy to be there.

I have been following Brian and his YouTube for several years now, watching his tips and tricks for…read moreplants as well as his introductions to new plants. I had the chance to finally visit the farm and I was not disappointed. We had the famous donuts, delicious! And the plant selection was really fun and well stocked. Prices are fair and you can find some real great deals there as well. Worth the trip.

Individuality, quality and beauty is not the sole province of large cities. The Rare Plant Research…read morenursery is an exotic plant nursery, vineyard and winery on a stunning estate. It finely matches individuality, quality and beauty perfectly. There is nothing in the city of Portland, or anywhere, matching it. The world-traveling collectors from the Renaissance forward gathered plants into the great botanical gardens of Europe. English traveler collectors brought plants from all over the world into the conservatories, greenhouses, on their estates. They learned how to keep them alive in new climates. Eventually they propagated them, enriching Western landscape design. Rare Plant Research is an update of that in the countryside outside Oregon City. They are only open to the public one weekend a year. They do announce under a handful of RSVP-only events, Summer months, on their mailing list. Except at the once a year open weekend, plant sales are made online and shipped. The greenhouses are near the road. They are filled with exotic grasses, succulents, bromeliadish plants and vines. A few corners of the greenhouses have definitely gotten out of control and turned into jungles. Another greenhouse floor is dry sand, desert-like. Want a hardy olive tree on your land? They have Willamette Valley-proven ones. Ginger varieties. Are you beyond bonsai? They have some pretty interesting plants that look like miniature baobab trees, like under 1-2 feet, or barked bulbs with flowers. The real test is growing these outside the greenhouse. The estate is the demonstration it can be done, and it could not be more dramatic. At the top of the hill, above the vineyards, is a Northwest interpretation of an 11th Century Italian estate: the main house, a formal pond, outdoor verandas, a lakeside amphitheater, arbors and a small vineyard shed. Apropos, a greenhouse garden spans the space between the two main wings of the house. Around the home, the exotic plants from the nursery thrive, outdoors, in our Northwest landscape! It's pretty amazing in this setting, that for the open to the public event, the owner is with the plants and the customers, ready to share his experiences. I also note that the masonry work is first rate, including broken concrete retaining walls that look like something ancient from Italy. The space may be available for events, contact them for details. Rare Plant Research is a grand experiment in exploring what we can grow, from far away places, with different climates, here, in little Portland and its surrounds. We hope Rare Plant Research continues for a few generations of more plants and more grand gardens!

Nice place to spend a day when it opens to the public each year. Explore, wonder, enjoy!read more

This is the place to go if you're looking to learn about lavenders and looking for help selecting…read morethe best variety for your situation. I really can't say enough good things about Chris - she was super knowledgeable, helpful, and patient in consulting which variety of lavender would best suit the space I had in mind and my use case (low maintenance and only needing one trim a year). Since she runs the place by appointment only, I first called then emailed with more details of the space I was trying to fill and what I was looking for. After some back and forth, I made an appointment to stop by, look at specific varieties, and pick out some plants. The day of, she went through the different families of lavender and helped me narrow down to a specific variety, looking at the dried cuttings from last year as well as plants in her garden. She also had plenty of other hardier medicinal plants available including multiple types of mints, thymes, rosemaries, and other herbs. All the plants are very reasonable priced and I couldn't be happier with my experience. It's very clear that Chris has a passion for her plants.

We're so lucky to have so many wonderful lavender farms in the Willamette Valley region, and Barn…read moreOwl is definitely one of my favorites to visit during lavender season in late June through July. Come here for the best selection of lavender varieties, the best lavender products like sachets, wands, and lotions & potions, and best of all... an opportunity to view how lavender grows, feels and smells in the garden. If you're anything like me, you need to see plant varieites in person, not just in your favorite garden design books. I can't make a decision on what's going in my garden unless I see how someone else has implemented it. Located in a residential setting, parking wasn't the first consideration when designing the layout of the farm. If you or someone you're visiting with has mobility issues, try dropping them off near the entrance before parking. The gravel path has a gentle grade and can pose risks for those prone to falls. But don't let that deter you from visiting the crown jewel of lavender farms in the area!

Only open 2 times a year to the public. Mother's Day weekend and the weekend before. Good prices,…read morevery nice selection of plants and colors, very helpful employees to get your plants to your car. Sorry David. I knew it was only two weekends, but we thought it was the weekend before and the weekend of Mothers Day. Good to know plus it helps anyone that sees this review of the correct dates. Thank you for the correction.

Obersinner opens to the public two weekends in spring where one can find good bargains but one can…read morealso find B&B Trees that have had their roots cut severely. We are repeat customers who went this year and spent close to $400. 2 of the trees were over $100 and we were disappointed at the lack of roots. We are babying them trying to get them to survive. The savings and good deals don't look so good when you get a bad deal. All sales final, the sign says. Next time, no balled and burlap trees. We will be more careful in the future.

I have been a customer for around 20 years. Their dahlias are gorgeous and if you have a problem,…read morethey promptly take care of you.

First time coming to visit here. You go through a residential area before turning into the Dahlia…read moreFarm. Lots and lots of dahlias covering acres of field. All varieties are named in each row. Lots of pictures ops are available. It's free to come in and visit and free parking. If you want to buy a cut dahlia then they have an area where you can choose what dahlias you want to bring home. There are a few food trucks there if you decide to spend the day there, taking pictures or just enjoying the day. Plenty of covered seating in the area to just sit and relax and take in the view of the dahlias. There is a gift shop available with items you may want or need. They have events daily on their calendar, so definitely check it out. I wasn't able to take the train because it wasn't running until later that day. I did have lots of good pictures to bring home with me. So if you need a family outing which isn't far from Portland, this will be the place to visit.

Yes the structure is dated but that's the charm of a farm. The owner, farmer, is wonderful and…read morethere to offer a helping hand. The corn and lettuce is the best you'll ever find. Love their produce Thanks for being here.

Definitely feels nostalgic, like visiting a farm stand from 50 years ago. It's quaint, they have…read morelots and lots of picnic tables so I assume you can pack a picnic and enjoy a meal here after visiting the farm stand and animals. Loved the old barn adorned with rusted pieces of farm equipment. Broken shovels and rakes and other tools hanging upon the wall. So artistic and clever! Inside the space is huge but offerings were minimal. They had bags of popcorn in various flavors. Tomatoes, onions, zucchini, fresh corn, peaches, plums, watermelon and cantaloupe. The smalles cantaloupe rang up at almost $7 so I did a "catch & release" But I did buy some corn at .79 each and some fresh Lady Peaches at $3.49 a pound. Against The back wall are dried flower wreaths and swags, many look like they have been there for years. The place can definitely use a fresh update. They have animals for the kiddos to pet. Sheep, an alpaca and goat plus chickens and rabbits. If you are at the Swan Dahlia farm, this is just a quarter mile up the road.

Hidden gem of a nursery. I met one of the owners at the Salem Saturday market. She said come check…read moreout our nursery. We finally made a trek out and they have lots of beautiful ornamental grasses, cactuses, landscaping plant and huge succulents. They are amazing and much more. Well worth the drive.

Y'all, this place is overwhelming in the very best way. First of all, as soon as I parked my car I…read morewas greeted by three pups! Ahhh! Two teeny cuties, one larger darling, and there was even one more busy sniffing around the perimeter. Then, as soon as you enter, it's just the most giant and open super high-ceilinged greenhouses! This place has everything you'd expect: annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, and whatnot, but there are plenty of places to get those things. What you come to Hillcrest for is succulents and cacti. SO MANY! We're talking cacti up to my waist or higher, lithops, giant aeuonium, etc. Tender and perennial varieties, not to mention quite a mix of houseplants. They also had some gorgeous planters and set ups to serve as inspiration. Employees were friendly and I had several make sure I was finding what I was looking for.