After seven years of slinging plants on NE 42nd Ave, I announce with a heavy but full and optimistic heart, the closure of our shop. We will be switching directions and continuing our dreams to grow drought adaptive and native plants for our garden design clients and other garden retailers and designers. I want to express my sincere thanks to all who have supported our shop through the years and made this retail venture of Bloem possible.
My goal with Bloem has always been to get tough and beautiful plants to your gardens that not only beautify your space but offer sanctuary and resources for wildlife. After seven years it's amazing the impact it has had on the Cully neighborhood, and it always amazes me to see how many plants and gardens we drive by and say “Hey, I think that's another Bloem plant all grown up!"
I’m so grateful for the countless friendships that we’ve made with regular customers, small business neighbors, community members, and the talented people that have worked with us. Thank you for being here, supporting and stay tuned for what we do next!
-Vanessa and Andrew
Portland Bloem
My goal with Bloem has always been to get tough and beautiful plants to your gardens that not only beautify your space but offer sanctuary and resources for wildlife. After seven years it's amazing the impact it has had on the Cully neighborhood, and it always amazes me to see how many plants and gardens we drive by and say “Hey, I think that's another Bloem plant all grown up!"
I’m so grateful for the countless friendships that we’ve made with regular customers, small business neighbors, community members, and the talented people that have worked with us. Thank you for being here, supporting and stay tuned for what we do next!
-Vanessa and Andrew
Portland Bloem
OUR TEAM
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VANESSA GUZMAN
FOUNDER Working with a connection to nature was always her goal, influencing her study in landscape architecture. She honed her design sense with the understanding of space, place, and the factors that make it unique. After a deepening a love for gardening in the Pacific NW she launched Portland Bloem, a boutique garden shop and design company named for her family heritage and the unique place she holds so dear. |
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ANDREW HUIE
LEAD DESIGNER Andrew Huie is a landscape designer focused on creating dynamic garden spaces that connect our built environment to the living nature surrounding us. His passion of outdoor environments keeps him involved firsthand with plants, gardens, and natural landscapes. From an education in Landscape Architecture, Andrew has gained experience in both residential and commercial landscape design, as well as management of permaculture gardens and organic food systems. With respectful design principles Andrew emphasizes climate appropriate plants, regional hardscape materials, stormwater mitigation, and wildlife habitats. As his study continues, Andrew is currently working towards his license in Landscape Architecture. |
BLUE and OLIVE
Employees of the month, every month
our sweet pups that grace our shop,
go on plant adventures with us,
and keep us company on our journey
through gardens and wild places