Cornell Farm

Cornell Farm From one greenhouse, Cornell Farm has grown to 13 and staff to 20 or more.
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Whether it's gorgeous spring bulbs, lush summer flowers, fiery autumn leaves, or tough winter blooms, Cornell Farm has been serving the Portland area with home-grown plants, organic supplies, and planet-friendly advice for 39 years. On Mother's Day 1987, founders Deby and husband Ed, opened a retail stand (The Patio) selling geraniums, fuchsia hanging baskets and large buckets of ripe cherry tomat

oes grown in the first greenhouse. The business developed broader each year, adding more and more annual and perennial varieties, then containers and gardening supplies, and eventually houseplants, gifts, arbors, outdoor art, statuary and outdoor furniture. Today, Cornell Farm specializes in growing 1000 varieties of annuals and perennials, gourmet hanging baskets and container gardens. In addition to a proven selection of trees and shrubs, the newest varieties are also featured including the low maintenance landscaping roses and topiaries. Custom potting and consultation services and delivery are available, and a variety of classes are held sporadically during the year.

The countdown to tomato time just might be over! 😍 Tomatoes are the ultimate sun-lovers, so they're looking a few things...
05/01/2026

The countdown to tomato time just might be over! 😍 Tomatoes are the ultimate sun-lovers, so they're looking a few things to start producing their juicy summer delights: nighttime temps no lower than 50º F, soil temps above 60º F, and LOTS of light. We all know spring is unpredictable around here, but the forecast is finally checking all the boxes!

If you bought your tomatoes early, here's your sign to move them outside or plant them in the ground. And if you're still waiting... get 'em while they're hot! 🍅
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Cornell Farm⁠ Nursery & Cafe⁠
8212 SW Barnes Road⁠, Portland, OR⁠
Call or Text (503) 292-9895 ⁠
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Open 9AM - 6PM Daily

Mulch, mulch, mulch! Mulching is a powerful technique in the garden, but let's slow down and consider the 'why' before w...
04/30/2026

Mulch, mulch, mulch! Mulching is a powerful technique in the garden, but let's slow down and consider the 'why' before we give into mulch mania 😉

Mulch does more than tidy up your garden beds and suppress weeds: it adds a layer of insulation to your soil. When you use a chunky organic mulch (like fir bark, hazelnut shells, or even fallen leaves), it mimics the natural process where plant debris shields the soil from the elements. It eventually decomposes back into the soil, helping it to absorb and retain moisture. All the while, it helps regulate the soil temperature against the highs and lows of the air above.

The result? Rich, moist soil that can weather the extremes of the summer sun and the winter chills. Mulching is a big boost for trees, shrubs, and many perennials, especially in the first year (when it's especially critical to keep those roots from drying out). It can reduce maintenance and supplemental watering needs while giving your plants the best chance of success 🌳

HOW TO MULCH: Imagine where the full root system is (or will be) and create a 2 - 4' wide doughnut-shaped ring of mulch, piled 3 - 4" high. Be careful not to leave any mulch piled against the stem or trunk of your plant to prevent rot.

Mulch is just another problem-solving tool in your arsenal. Many gardeners achieve the same effects through dense plantings. If you find yourself mulching large areas to cover the bare soil between plants, you might need more plants 🙊

Have your own mulching tips? Comment to share with our NW garden community!

04/29/2026

With a little sun and a fresh restock from local glassblower Andrew Holmberg, the garden is suddenly sparkling! ✨️ These durable, one-of-a-kind art pieces are now on display in their full glory around .Cafe. Take a seat and bask in the color before you bring a piece home to light up your own garden 🌈

All of these gorgeous, hand-made glass art pieces are 15% off during Outdoor Living Week (ending Sunday, May 3rd).

P.S. If you'd like a little inspo for incorporating art pieces like this in your own garden, come chat with our Garden Coach, Bill Clodfelter, this Saturday from 10AM to 1PM. He'll be here to talk garden design and what a garden coaching session can for for your space.

It's our biggest garden decor sale of the year — Outdoor Living Week! ALL of our pottery, furniture, and garden art is 1...
04/28/2026

It's our biggest garden decor sale of the year — Outdoor Living Week! ALL of our pottery, furniture, and garden art is 15% off through May 3rd, just in time to deck out your yard for the sunny days ahead.⁠
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Cornell Farm⁠ Nursery & Cafe⁠
8212 SW Barnes Road⁠, Portland, OR⁠
Call or Text (503) 292-9895 ⁠
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Open 9AM - 6PM Daily

04/28/2026

A Pacific Northwest spring is so many things.

It's sun-soaked afternoons 🌞
It's flashes of rain (and sometimes hail!) ☔️
It's cloudy days that just can't chase the color away ☁️

You can love it or leave it, but it's the whole package of this eclectic season that makes our NW gardens, parks, and wildlands so beautiful. And spring color is the ship that carries us through the ups and downs to celebrate this magical time of year.

What's brightening up your spring? 💕

Cornell Farm⁠ Nursery & Cafe⁠
8212 SW Barnes Road⁠, Portland, OR⁠
Call or Text (503)292-9895 ⁠
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Open 9AM - 6PM Daily

People are just like plants — we need nourishment, lots of water, and the right environment to bloom 😉
04/26/2026

People are just like plants — we need nourishment, lots of water, and the right environment to bloom 😉

The garden is calling! What are you planting this weekend? 💐
04/25/2026

The garden is calling! What are you planting this weekend? 💐

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8212 SW Barnes Road
Portland, OR
97225

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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(503) 292-9895

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