By mid-June, the sun stretches long over the hills of Kittitas County, and the air hums with life. It’s the season of barefoot mornings, lemonade afternoons, and lingering evenings outside—and your yard has the potential to be the heart of it all.

At Loewen Greenhouses & Landscaping, we believe that a well-loved yard is more than just plants and pavers. It’s where stories unfold. It’s where the kids race through sprinklers, where friends gather under twinkling lights, and where you finally sit down, breathe deep, and let the weight of the world slip away. 

In our dry Central Washington summers, shaded spaces are pure gold. A well-placed canopy tree can offer a lifetime of comfort and beauty. We love recommending Autumn Blaze Maples for their full, cooling shade and stunning fall color, or Ginkgo trees for their unique fan-shaped leaves and timeless structure. These trees not only provide relief from the heat—they shape the feeling of your whole space.

Even tall shrubs or layered plantings can help define peaceful corners and offer gentle screens from the summer sun.

If your garden isn’t bursting with blooms yet, it’s not too late. For mid-season color that draws the eye and feeds the soul, we love delphiniums, lupine, and bee balm—each one a showstopper in its own way. They add height, movement, and invite pollinators to linger.

And when it comes to annuals that can handle the heat? You can’t go wrong with gazania, celosia, verbena, and of course, petunias. These sun-loving favorites keep producing when the temperatures rise, brightening up containers, beds, and baskets with ease.

Beyond plants, comfort comes from good design. Maybe that’s a cool stone path that leads to a shady bench, or a patio tucked under a tree where you sip your morning coffee. Our landscaping team specializes in crafting these moments—using local materials, thoughtful planning, and designs that reflect the rhythms of your life.

Because a well-planned yard doesn’t just look good—it feels good. It invites you in. It lets you breathe.

As the sun intensifies, keeping everything lush becomes essential—and manageable with the right tools. That’s where an automated sprinkler system makes all the difference. We design irrigation solutions tailored to your landscape, so every plant gets the right amount of water—right on schedule.

No more dragging hoses or guessing what needs water. Just a healthy, thriving garden and more time for you to enjoy it.

Whether you’re working with what you have or imagining something brand new, we’re here to help. From 3D design renderings to planting the final flower—or setting up your first sprinkler zone—our team will walk with you every step of the way.

So this summer, let your yard be more than just a space. Let it be a sanctuary—crafted with intention, rooted in beauty, and full of life.

What does your ideal outdoor space look like? Stop by the greenhouse or send us a message. We’d love to hear your vision.