About the NPA Border

The NPA Border began in 1991 and now encompasses more than 22,000 square feet and 10,000 perennials, one of the largest demonstration gardens of its kind in the U.S.

The NPA Border is part of the Bellevue Botanical Garden (BBG), which is free and open to the public daily, dawn to dusk.

To see the complete layout of BBG, and where the NPA Border is within this park, click here. If you need driving directions to BBG, click here.

Renovation

We are embarking on a project to renovate the NPA Border. Click here to learn more about this project.

Glenn Withey and Charles Price return to renovate the Border.

Two of the Northwest’s best-known garden designers, Glenn Withey and Charles Price, have returned to renovate the NPA Border at BBG. The talented pair played a leading role in the design and creation of the Border in 1991, and for them, this is a special homecoming. Click here to learn more about Glenn and Charles.

George Lasch, NPA Border Supervisor

George is the new NPA Border Supervisor at BBG, where he welcomes volunteers, students and paid crews, all working to keep the Border looking its best. Click here to find out more about George.

Volunteers make the difference.

The NPA Border continues to flourish today, thanks to dedicated teams of NPA volunteers. There’s no better place to update your skills and expand your knowledge of Northwest perennials.

Being part of a crew doesn’t mean a monthly obligation. Just pick the day that works best for you and come when you can. Have fun while you learn about garden care and countless unusual plants. We welcome all skill levels. To volunteer for a crew or for other volunteer opportunities to support the NPA Border click here.

Click here to see a list of invaluable NPA Border friends and supporters!

Plant Collection Database on-line.

Most of the plants in the NPA Border can be searched by name (common or botanical Latin), characteristics or location on the BBG web site. Click here.

C2 Urban Garden Design

The NPA Border relies on a professional crew from C2 Urban Garden Design to back up the maintenance efforts of our volunteers. The firm is committed to organic maintenance, sustainable design and solutions that work in our Pacific Northwest climate. You can read more about them at www.c2urbangarden.com.