ABOUT US
For over 40 years, Watson's has been a trusted name in gardening in the South Sound. As a family-owned and operated business, we're passionate about plants and dedicated to helping you create beautiful spaces in your garden and home.
WHO WE ARE
Located in Puyallup, Federal Way, and Olympia, Watson’s is a family-owned destination for gardeners and home enthusiasts throughout the South Sound. For over 40 years, our team has been committed to creating a welcoming, inspiring environment where customers can explore, learn, and grow.
WHAT WE OFFER
We provide high-quality, locally grown plants, expert gardening advice, and thoughtfully curated home décor to help you bring your garden and home vision to life. From outdoor plants and houseplants to gifts, home accents, and hands-on guidance from our knowledgeable staff, we’re dedicated to offering everything you need to create beautiful, thriving spaces.
Quality Plants: An extensive selection of top-quality outdoor plants, including annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and edibles specifically chosen for the Pacific Northwest climate.
Houseplants: A wide array of houseplants and unique specialty varieties to brighten your home.
Experienced Team: Our team of passionate specialists provide personalized guidance on plant care, pest management, and seasonal planting recommendations.
Curated Home & Gifts: Thoughtfully selected indoor décor, gifts, gourmet foods, kitchen accents, and quality patio furniture.
Garden Accents: Decorative planters, pottery, and unique garden art to enhance your living spaces.
Inspiring Events: Seasonal workshops, educational seminars, and special events to spark creativity and cultivate gardening knowledge.
Custom Design Services: Hands-on assistance and advice, including custom container garden and landscape design.
Communities We Support: At Watson’s, supporting the communities that have supported us for more than four decades is a core part of who we are. We are proud to partner with and contribute to organizations that enrich, educate, and inspire the South Sound, including the Tacoma Art Museum, Hands On Children’s Museum, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, the Pacific Bonsai Museum, and the Tacoma Tree Foundation. Through these partnerships, we invest in arts, education, conservation, and environmental stewardship, helping to cultivate a vibrant, connected community for generations to come.
1974: We began as a small U-pick vegetable operation with a single 14x14 ft greenhouse, a hobby that quickly grew into a passion.
1984: We officially opened our doors for retail, serving our local community with a small staff of two: Fran Watson and her daughter Maidee (now our CEO).
1990: Founder, Dan Watson retired from his 30-year career in education to join the family business full-time, signaling a new era of growth. His second daughter Terri joined the business shortly after.
1999: We replaced our original wood-framed greenhouses with the beautiful glass and steel structure you see today, which allowed us to expand into gifts and home decor.
2021: Our family opened a second retail location, bringing our passion for gardening and home to Federal Way and South King County.
2024: We continue to grow and evolve with the acquisition of our third retail location in Olympia, opening our largest retail space to date.
