The Rogerson Clematis Garden located at Luscher Farm is open to visitors year round who would like to stroll through the blooms. Clematis are known as the "Queen of the Vines" and take a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. There is always something blooming throughout the year. The clematis are displayed in a residential setting which allows visitors to see how well they will pair with other plants in their own gardens. 

Address: 125 Rosemont Rd West Linn

Open by appointment only | Wed-Sat 11am-4pm | Season: Mid-June through July

This farm features fresh cut and dried English lavender bouquets. You'll find 100 varieties of Oregon grown lavender plants and herbs, culinary and fragrant lavender products, craft demonstrations, special vendors and information on growing, caring for and planting your herbs.  

Address: 22999 SW Newland Rd, Wilsonville

Open for u-pick | June 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, and July 1-2 | 10am-4pm | July 4 (10am-2pm)

Hope Lavender Farm is a family owned and operated lavender farm. Visit them to cut a few lavender bundles for yourself, check out their locally made lavender products, and enjoy a gorgeous view of Mt. Hood. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash. And don't forget to say hello to the horses.

Address: 28333 SE One Oak Ln, Eagle Creek

The dahlia festival is free and runs for two weekends at the end of August/beginning of September.

Once the lavender festivities are done, it's only a short wait to the annual Dahlia Festival put on by Swan Island Dahlias in Canby. 

The folks at Swan Island Dahlias know their stuff. They have an endless selection of different dahlias to choose from, many of which were first invented by them. Can you invent a flower? Either way, they were the first to breed many of those flowers, and they are simply stunning. From small pom-pom types to flowers that are literally larger than my head, the variety is dizzying. 

Address: 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby

Camassia Natural Preserve is a 22.5 acre natural area owned and maintained by the Nature Conservancy. This nature area offers unique and rare plant species, wildlife viewing, and hiking trails.

Address: 5000 Walnut Street, West Linn, OR 97068

Gaze at the Willamette River below, marvel at oak trees overhead, photograph colorful spring wildflowers, including Camas and Brodiaea lilies, white larkspur and rosy Plectritus. Learn about the history of the riverboat community of Canemah, which comes from “canim” or “canoe” in Chinook. You can download the Canemah Bluff trails guide and check out the field guide Metro produces.

Address: 815 4th Avenue Oregon City, OR 97045