Bloedel Named One of Nation’s
Top Public Gardens

Kitsap Sun

By Rachel Pritchett
Thursday, July 3, 2008

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND

The Bloedel Reserve has been named the 2008 recipient of the Award for Garden Excellence from the American Public Garden Association.

The reserve — which consists of 150 acres of gardens, woods and ponds — was honored for its design, displays and environmentally friendly practices, according to a statement. It was also chosen for its commitment to plant collections.

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