Shopping at Versailles Garden - A Hidden GEM for Garden Lovers!

No road trip is complete without a little shopping and let me tell you... Versailles Gardens in Portland, OR, did not disappoint!
This stunning, curated shop is an absolute paradise for garden lovers. From their elegant greenhouses (LAMS) to imported fountains, I was blown away by their treasures. And, after what seems like endless searching, I found the perfect items for the NW Flower and Garden Festival!
So whether you're shopping for your garden or you simply appreciate impeccable, high-quality decor, this shop is a must-visit!
Big thank you to Kirk and Gerard for their kind welcome at Versailles Gardens and, of course, much love to ‪@InTheGardenWithClaudia‬... my garden-shopping partner in crime!
I'll see you in the garden!
Kate
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[@eileenchang2173]

Kate, yes, I would love a series of landscape planning! And I couldn’t stop laughing when Claudia says, “ I love spending your money”! 🥰🌸🇨🇦

[@HelloGarden]

I was laughing so hard. She's hilarious! And that video is totally coming!

[@jane77356]

I vs

[@jlment100]

Love your idea of breaking down the industry!!

[@HelloGarden]

Well I think that video is definitely happening with all this amazing response. Ha!

[@yellis7906]

You are such an adorable breath of fresh air. Finding your channel was just what I needed to get me through the rest of this very cold winter. I am on the East Coast in Virginia, and I am so ready for spring. You are such a wonderful inspiration.

[@HelloGarden]

I'm so glad my channel is helping you through the winter! Spring will be here before you know it! 😊 And thank you for your kind comment. It absolutely fills my heart connecting with gardeners across the country and world. XO

[@Charlene12anne]

Hi Kate and Claudia 😍 Versailles Garden looks just spectacular! All of it is my "jam" You two are so funny! "Oh no! it's sold" - like we were going to buy it anyway.. 🤣🤣🤣 I think you picked the 3rd option for the bench ;) I wish I could come to the show!! maybe next year 🪴🍃 This year, I will follow along on your videos!! Love all you do!

[@janicestandley909]

Option 3 in the show! Honestly any of them look great! I cant wait for your show. Love both of yall!❤

[@HelloGarden]

It’s SO hard to choose! And thank you, friend. What a treat to have this awesome virtual community!

[@RMarlin-z8l]

So love your passion! I'd also like to you make the video breaking down the green industry.

[@HelloGarden]

Consider it done! I was just going through all the feedback and this is something really needed by you wonderful people out there.

[@rhondaschenk5727]

Oh my goodness, the greenhouses at Versailles! I would probably go bankrupt there 🤣🤣🤣

[@LorraineKeller-t8r]

Last bench you showed. I am so excited to see your display garden!

[@rhondaschenk5727]

Yes, yes, yes! Would love a series to break down the industry! I, too, am confused when I need a designer or architect or horticulturist, etc.!! Yes, yes! PLEASE! And thank you! ❤

[@deborahburgart561]

Ummm...OMG!!!! PLEASE use that gorgeous curvy Victorian bench. STUNNING. I've never seen anything so pretty.😮

[@farwest6275]

I'm guessing you're getting those folding chairs. Thanks for sharing this great place!

[@carollambert9103]

You are so adorable. Love your love of all things and how you visulize and your poetry of description in all things. Cant' help but smile, contagious. What a fabulous place. Loved the mini green, green house. Love you sharing your prep for show display, teasers. I think you went with last bench. Clean lines modern line one.😊

[@AvaDeFreitasLee9733]

Love, love, love this episode Kate! It’s like shopping with my best friend and we are completely finishing each other sentences! Hello from NJ 🪴

[@parkerallen848]

My bet is on the chairs. They are so cute!!

[@HelloGarden]

Just about the best folding chair I've ever seen... Love it!

[@SandraLucas-u6z]

I Love the folding bench! I hope you picked that!

[@HelloGarden]

Your vote is officially cast! I love that they had a little something for every size garden.

[@jagodaperich-anderson5058]

Wowza! There was so much good here. Among my favorites, "When you shop small, you shop their eyes." Very right. So many beautiful items. The green houses are to die for. I continue to be inspired by how you talk about the tension between modern and traditional. My guess is that you'll go for the classic foldable Belgian bench. :-)

[@mardisteffenhagen]

This place is amazing !! I would love to come shopping there….not sure I could afford it but….

[@katiealenick]

Wow! that place is amazing! Kate, you are just incredible! Love your eye for things! It’s amazing how you can mention something in passing and it makes me want to rethink my life! Lol! I have a small front step/landing and was totally planning a trio of pots!! It’s like you were talking to me through KZbin! HaHa! So now I’m busting out my measuring tape and playing around with the idea of one larger container. So fun!! Thank you for inspiring me! 🌼

[@debsmith8102]

It’s so fun to see this process! Thank you❤❤❤ interestingly……I’m redesigning my backyard and YOU are my jam! Too bad I’m in Southern California or I’d hire you in a second! We don’t have any display nurseries here. I have to order from pictures and it’s SO DIFFICULT!

[@TheBking01]

Hi Kate & Claudia, I’m in love with this shop. It has the most unique pieces and those greenhouses are my jam. The fountains are amazing ,a dream come true. I’m thinking you’re going to use the chairs or that last bench you showed and you also may use some of those pots .Thank you for this video. You and Claudia are the best & so fun.😊❤️

[@HelloGarden]

I am SO SO SO in love with this shop. And the LAM greenhouses are to die for. Thanks for coming along on our girls trip. It's always a treat being with Claudia. 💕

[@LorraineKeller-t8r]

I always wondered at the garden show, if designers bought or borrowed supplies for the show.

[@pattyvalinote4612]

Hi Kate bring on the landscape planting Yay 😁 I love the last bench, however I think it is the Victorian one 🫣BTW… the pots, greenhouses and fountains are spectacular❣️❣️❣️

[@annbergquist4253]

I love shopping with Kate and Claudia. It’s the best time ever! Yes to videos regarding the greenscape industry. Also, requesting video as to how to choose a good landscape person as I’ve not had the best of luck: azaleas on a south facing berm (Really?!), nandina/not dwarf planted too close (12” apart), trees that grow tall planted under the city power lines (had to remove). This over the 40+ years in the house and 3 landscapers. This has led to lots of digging out plants and moving/giving away plants over the years. Money and time lost. I’ve given up and just do my own landscaping and hope for the best. BTW - Can’t wait to see your garden at the Flower/Garden Show. My guess is the folding bench #3.

[@rhondaschenk5727]

Wow! Such beautiful pieces at this company! Always fun to go shopping with you 3!!

[@francahillseth5248]

😂🤣 now I really can’t wait! Great video! Chairs are great!!

[@janetamato9210]

I am so excited for the garden show!

[@ricaraca]

Love love love this place 😍😍

[@jennifergreene8891]

Hi Kate and Claudia 👋 OH WOW 😮 That place is AMAZING!! 😍 Thank you for sharing this with us. It was so inspiring. Lol 😂 Claudia loves spending your money 🤣 I vote yes to the series of breaking down the industry. Also, although I love all 3 options, I think the curved bench will be your choice. It was what you were originally looking for. What a hard choice though. Right now I am so fountain crazy 🤪 😊 I need a water feature, and although I can't do something so grand, 😂I have got to get something. Always, Jen from the Texas Gulf Coast 💜

[@LorraineKeller-t8r]

Yes! I love the idea of you giving us insight to your vocation! And I love the place you are at. I want Togo!

[@mycraftroom6872]

Yes! I’d love your video idea and I think you’ll take the chairs.

[@HelloGarden]

They are so beautiful, aren't they?! And that video is totally happening.

[@dianelanglois6816]

Wonderful episode. Can’t wait to see your garden display at the upcoming show🌿

[@HelloGarden]

Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it… it’s definitely a garden built for gardeners.

[@katjo812]

I love shopping with you and Claudia, thanks for bring us along!

[@HelloGarden]

It was so fun and a girls day is just the best thing for the soul.

[@francescacanfield5098]

My exact shopping pattern too! 😮 But I don’t consider myself a nerd. I just love to shop, and I DON’T WANT TO MISS ANYTHING either.

[@Graceb630]

Glad to have found your garden

[@JulieALamb-ih4jc]

What a great Garden center, I say #3

[@SusanMcgrath-nx7dt]

Wow! Thank you for taking us along on your shopping day! I love seeing you both!❤

[@HelloGarden]

I am so glad you enjoyed it! We had a blast. 😊

[@minervas_garden19]

Will be looking for you at the NWFGF!! And definitely need to visit Versailles in Portland this spring! Thanks for sharing!

[@janmasisak156]

Had to chuckle about the kitchen utensil holder...i have a cylinder bird cage for mine! Based on your earlier description, I'm guessing the curved bench; although I like the folding chairs and straight bench.

[@DiMarie-6b]

Guessing Chairs! Love it that evergreen greenhouse!

[@HelloGarden]

The green greenhouse was INCREDIBLE. The glass panels on the roof were scalloped! I was dying.

[@kristinthomas6035]

Fun place to check out here in Portland. I might have a tree that could take a circular bench around it, though probably not in a place where anyone would ever sit on it. So envious of people like you who can visualize possibilities. I have so much space and so little imagination... My attempt at using a designer was disappointing and now I'm just winging it.

[@margielliott6389]

#3, love the clean lines and folding option. Also love those folding chairs 😍

[@HelloGarden]

I love that they could fit in so many gardens!

[@41murphy2]

I can’t wait to see your garden at the show. I personally love the two folding chairs with something unexpected near them. 👋😂🌸🪴🥀👍🥰🥰

[@MichelleGreatDesignTherapy]

Shopping Day! ❤ Your garden will rock!! I hope that you will have video of it! Sending you good vibes. Thanks for sharing your shopping. Great start to my morning in Atlanta 😂

[@HelloGarden]

You are so sweet! Get ready because I'm going to bomb this channel with all sorts of goodies from the show, including a full tour of the garden. 😊

[@MichelleGreatDesignTherapy]

@ Yay! Can’t wait!

[@peggy-ann1961]

What a fantastic place, you two clearly had a blast! Zone3 Manitoba 🇨🇦👏

[@LizSwinney]

My bet... #3

[@HelloGarden]

It was so hard to decide. And to have three strong contenders?!? WILD.

[@mypreciousgarden]

Oh now I believe I need one of those bath/fountains since I'm leaving in France 😄 I think you chose the bench N°2 (and I would love to find an inexpensive curved bench 😜 Can't wait to see your finished garden at the show (on your channel obv), go girl !💪

[@mypreciousgarden]

ps: the whole first part of the video I was like "who's the voice ? This is not Claudia but who is it ?" and then you said Claudia and I was like 😅🤦‍♀😂 (Sorry Claudia)

[@HelloGarden]

Ha ha ha! Love this… the voice from the great beyond! And I am so excited to share it with you all. It’s such a journey to the finished garden. 🪴

[@lisalundstrom1591]

Oh, I’ve been there! Last year my husband and I went to Portland for our 25th wedding anniversary. We are from Massachusetts. This place is so tucked away. You would never realize it was there but it is amazing. I can’t tell you what this place did to my heart rate. Everything is beautiful. There’s a garden center around the corner as well that is really fantastic.

[@denisedelgado3350]

You forgot me! 😂🤣 OMGoodness!! What a gem!! Love it ALL ♥️ Yes, do the series and my vote is for the clean lines bench?

[@patboyle267]

What a fun video! Thank you for taking us along 😊 I am going to guess that you purchased the chair 🤔

[@HelloGarden]

I can’t wait to show you what I got! 🤩

[@patboyle267]

@ I am SO excited to see I can’t wait 👏👏👏👏😊

[@MichelleGreatDesignTherapy]

Not Calgon take me away….Kate + Claudia take me away! Loved dreaming about gardens and seeing beautiful things! ❤ And, I vote for option #2!

[@sunitashastry5270]

I agree some of the pieces were one of a kind gorgeous! Would love one of those greenhouses.

[@KarenDole-i1f]

Great video. I haven't been to Versailles Garden for quite some time. It has really changed since I have been. TY for sharing. So hard to figure out which bench/chair. You said you were wanting a curved bench and your design is linier .... so a surprise would be the curved bench. I like the last bench or the chairs. You are soooo full of surprises so can hardly wait to see.

[@BloomCatBloom]

I would pick Option 2 😁

[@jillbruce3624]

Wow - what a collection of gorgeousness. I love all three of the benches and cannot wait to see your display in the show. Wish I could personally walk thru but will have to rely on You Tube.

[@judyandrews1605]

I love our shopping trips!!! You hit the jackpot today!

[@cneilson4488]

Yes, yes, please teach us about the industry!

[@JRP58]

What a great place! I’m in Salem and will definitely need to check them out.

[@lucylafayette2466]

Another fun shopping day... what a cool place. Its on my list for a visit now. Looking forward to seeing your display at NWFG.

[@HelloGarden]

I hope you love it! If you're coming to the show, make sure to say "hello"!

[@barbarabranstetter1784]

Love your videos Kate, never boring 💕

[@jenmason40]

Cheers from Toronto, Canada zone 5b. So jealous of this place you get to go to

[@staciroberts5779]

Kate, I am so excited to see you and your garden at NWFS this year. I’m also planning my two days so I catch your container wars! Love seeing the behind-the-scenes of the display gardens. Although, I’m on the edge of my seat to see if you will find exactly what you need in time… oh the anticipation!

[@trishadiprete789]

Yes. Do the video on landscaping

[@sivlow264]

What a great place! I love shopping at places that carries hand picked pieces. Yesterday I went to one of my favorite garden centers and really lucked out. I purchased a big “bowl” like pot made by Michael Carr as well as one of those rusted like topiary trellis, both at 50% off. A client of mine gave me a gift certificate for Christmas, and it has been burning in my pocked, lol. Sort of justified my large purchase. Have a great day.

[@HelloGarden]

What a SCORE. You lucky duck! And what a sweet client gift.

[@mkowal1112]

Wow!!!

[@HelloGarden]

I could've bought one of everything in there. Ha!

[@KathyDavenport-i3u]

I love #2. But I think you will pick #1 or 3 for the more modern look. Love the pots you found! ❤

[@HelloGarden]

Oh gosh... weren't they all so good?!?

[@suzannemorrison8773]

Once again,fabulous job and thank you for taking us along! We so appreciate hearing your thought processes and your enthusiasm for all things design in the garden and landscape. Yes to a video describing various aspects of your industry. As for a guess on which seating piece will be on display at the garden show, oh so hard to choose…..love them all….maybe I need to go back and review recent videos as a reminder of what you have purchased so far 😊

[@HelloGarden]

Well I think that video idea really resonated with everyone. Consider it made!

[@amyjones2490]

I made a mixed paving patio spot with a thrifted iron bistro set backed with trellis and I grow scarlet runner beans up them and the hummingbirds go nuts for the flowers. It’s magical.

[@HelloGarden]

That is total perfection! I haven't grown scarlet runners in years, but I think it's time to revisit that crop.

[@nancybaldridge2137]

Great video❤

[@markperez4630]

You too need to take a visit to Detroit and visit Detroit Garden works. They specialize in garden structures and hard scape.

[@AndreMSmith1]

I enjoy watching this. You girls had so much fun. I got so excited about the bird cage with yall that didn't show what a bomber that was.I can't wait to see the show .

[@HelloGarden]

OMG... right? I was clearly overstimulated and completely distracted by all the gorgeous goodies. This place was a showstopper.

[@debrabray8855]

So good! Did you see how the shade cloth was hung in the "wall-divided" greenhouse? A solution that I've been searching for!

[@HelloGarden]

YES! The shade cloth was sooooo lovely. And now I want a LAM greenhouse...

[@constancewhite6906]

Coming along with you was so much fun! And informative 😊

[@stephaniesharkey3538]

I like # 2 but I think you’ll pick # 3! Can’t wait to see the show! Would like to see the new project of the Master gardeners garden!

[@HelloGarden]

Oh man... I'll have to ask if I can at least photograph it. I am so darn excited to see it come to life! The privacy of my clients is always a priority, but some are gracious enough to allow me to document bits of the process.

[@kiriaioulia]

Okay - I think you are going with Option 1....however...option 4, behind option 3 was beautiful (what little I could peek of it) it looked whimsical and wispy! I wanted to say you are choosing option 3 since you gushed over the idea of the "sitting in star jasmine"...which, now I want to do - but I think option one is something unexpected, and practical?????

[@oxwoman8]

Yay! Shopping! It's so hard to decide on which bench or chairs. Hmmm. Hmmm. Well, since your show garden is modern, I'd go with the (Victorian)/Gilded Age bench (we're Americans not British. We Brexit'd before it was cool😎). It's the 80/20 design rule. 80% modern, 20% classical. Cheers from North Carolina

[@HelloGarden]

Ha ha ha! Love it! 😂

[@lettinghomesltd-cz5wn]

I will be Option 3

[@HelloGarden]

So chic and timeless, right?!?

[@kathleenchurch8147]

The chair is fantastic! What a magical nursery. 💜

[@HelloGarden]

SO magical. We probably spent 3+ hours there.

[@kristaself126]

I vote for that video also!

[@HelloGarden]

DONE!!! 🌻💕😊

[@amyjones2490]

I’ve never seen a split greenhouse. One side could be for tropical one for Mediterranean plants. Perfect!

[@HelloGarden]

Wasn't that so interesting?!? And I love that idea of splitting the house by their moisture and light needs.

[@terrizimmerman5297]

#2 is my favorite

[@HelloGarden]

It was a TREASURE! 😍

[@stefmcclure9386]

Wow, what a beautiful place! I think you picked the folding chairs or folding bench? My vote is the folding bench! Love the finish on the pots and so excited to see your design come to life! ❤

[@HelloGarden]

Get ready because there's going to be tons of fun behind the scenes stuff!

[@LeisurelyBlooms]

Yes to the landscape video. Oh my gosh I need to go to this place. Question.. where can I find Portuguese Laurel? I’m in the area where I can travel to Seattle Olympia etc to get them. Can’t find locally here in Sequim. I need a privacy hedge as well.

[@julesdavis1845]

Yes! Break-it-down-for-our-understanding video. Also, that fountain with the duck or lady head or something similar would be nice outside opposite Claudia’s bathtub window.

[@HelloGarden]

That would be an amazing feature! Now if Claudia will let me spend all of her money… 😆

[@jeangassaway9843]

Yes, would love the that idea

[@HelloGarden]

Well that video is now happening! I feel like it’s such a good one.

[@rebeccavalicoff1581]

#2! Wow! Oh wow!

[@HelloGarden]

I spent 3 hours at the shop snooping through every corner. It was SO GOOD!

[@deborahkessler6179]

#3 4 sure!

[@HelloGarden]

💕💕💕

[@friedahickman3164]

How about doing gravel under shelves with your plants so water can drain below. Then use concrete in middle where you stand and walk around so easier to clean when necessary. This is what I did in zone 6

[@darlenemacdonald206]

Yes, I want to change the front of our house (on farm) maybe deck? Or what? & need some help but not sure who hire to help. Please help - would love the class you’re suggesting with do you hire landscaper, architect etc. If you do so please advise. Many thanks. Love your videos

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

I want to buy everything 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@HelloGarden]

Oh same, girl. Same. 😍

[@andresfresa123]

I been wanting a pair of those green glazed pots, I seen them online and they cost thousands 😢 I wonder if the ones shown on your video are that expensive.

[@HelloGarden]

Are you local? I love to shop around and ask my local nurseries and vendors when they have their sales. I've scored some amazing pieces during fall clearance sales!

[@melodygoad9146]

I think it's the curved bench, #2 😊

[@dvssayer5621]

Hi. A fun portland trip! Did you stay overnight? I wondered if you had any nice hotel recommendations? Did u go to any nurseries nearby? Your giving me alot of ideas for short trips ( from g harbor) id also like to go to a fountain place in olympia! Called fluer de lis, i think!

[@jeaniemcdaris8276]

❤ fellow creeper here

[@lanastone2590]

Love #2

[@HelloGarden]

So good, right?!?

[@lanastone2590]

@ Looking forward to final reveal. Love you and Claudia together. Janie and you are also fun. Good luck in your next few weeks getting ready for the show.

[@ellenwenou8614]

Please make some wood pots for hot weather like Las Vegas. Can every year a week shop in the city？

[@BloomCatBloom]

Think they would ship those Lions to me? 😹

[@JoyceWilson-ov5kh]

Voting on the chairs..

[@HelloGarden]

Hands down the best outdoor folding chairs I've ever seen. 😍

[@beckyb8599]

Folding bench # 2

[@HelloGarden]

Your vote has been cast! 💞

[@lm8006]

Option A !

[@HelloGarden]

They were all so good!

[@cindyjohnson8075]

Thank you for the video, lovely shop and inventory. I don't think Infamous is the appropriate word for this venue.

[@HelloGarden]

Oh probably not the right word, but I do tend to get in TROUUUUBLE there. 😆