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Welcome to Christianson’s Schoolhouse and Gardens
Conveniently located minutes off the I-5 corridor, Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse sits among the Skagit Valley farmlands. Our Meadow Schoolhouse and English Rose Gardens offer an intimate and romantic setting for weddings and special occasions. Guests enjoy views of Mount Baker to the east and sunsets over the quaint town of La Conner and the San Juan Islands to the west. Our beautiful gardens, historic architectural buildings, and authentically restored glass greenhouses are considered a favorite among Pacific Northwest garden enthusiasts.


The Meadow Schoolhouse and Gardens
Built-in the year 1888, the 600 square foot Meadow Schoolhouse has been lovingly restored and positioned within a picture-perfect English Rose Garden. The Schoolhouse’s approximate capacity allows for 50 seated, 10 standing guests, and the Rose Garden’s (located outside behind the Schoolhouse) approximate capacity allows for 120 guests. Experience the beauty of notable modern and old-fashioned roses. You and your guests will be surrounded by colorful and fragrant blooms, boxwood hedges, enclosed by sentinel deciduous and evergreen trees. In the winter months, the intimate and ambient atmosphere of our quaint Schoolhouse offers a cozy place to celebrate, protected from the PNW elements.


The Teacher's Cottage
Nestled into the southwest corner of the gardens, The Teacher's Cottage stands as another cherished nod to Skagit Valley’s rich history. The rustic cottage is adorned with antique furnishings and vintage accents. A quaint little cottage decorated in romantic tones and feminine finds, it beckons bridal parties to gather in preparation for the very special day. Private washrooms are made available for our guests in this private event space.


The Oak Room
A leisurely stroll down Oak Drive, guests will enjoy a visit with Rosie the llama and her diminutive goats and red hen friends on our mini-farm. The Oak Room is styled with vintage leather chairs, antique decor, and a working retro icebox ready to store snacks and refreshing beverages. The groom and his party will enjoy the casual out-of-doors setting and the views from the Old Granary loading dock in the shade of the old fir trees.


The Front House and Adjoining Propagation House
Additional venue space is made available during evenings (6 to 10 p.m.) inside our beautifully restored glass greenhouses which feature the seasonal year-round blooming foliage of annuals, nursery plants, and hanging baskets. The subtle cooing of the paired doves in the fully restored 1946 Propagation House is a perfect backdrop for photo shoots, cocktail receptions, and intimate sit down dinners. (Indoors approximate capacity: 50 seated)


Christianson's invites you to come out for a tour and explore our unique offerings to host weddings, bridal showers, and special private or public events.

Visit our website at www.ChristiansonsNusery.com or give us a call to speak to our Weddings and Special Events Associate, Emma Christianson.

P. 360-466-3821

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,200

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,600

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Decor
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse

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Alexa Sent on 06/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We love Christianson's!

We absolutely loved having our wedding at Christianson's Nursery. Not only is the location beautiful and charming, the staff are all top notch. All throughout the planning process, Emma (Event Coordinator) was extremely responsive and incredibly helpful, answering any and all questions we had. When our wedding day rolled around, the local weather ended up not panning out as forecasted. We ended up with a beautifully damp PNW ceremony (it rained the entire time, which we ended up loving), but that inevitably required many last-minute changes for our reception. This could have been stressful, but Emma and the other staff at Christianson's navigated those challenges in the rain, with grace and a smile! Emma's calm, positive attitude, and her ability to work effectively with our day of coordinator made all the difference for us and our guests. We are so grateful for all their hard work and were so impressed by how smoothly everything went, considering all the rain challenges, and how wonderfully they helped manage the day.
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Jordyn Sent on 07/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we ever dreamed of...

My husband and I were recently married at the Schoolhouse at Christianson’s Nursery. It was absolutely perfect. First, the venue is so stunning. Most of our family and friends are from the desert, so they were completely in awe of the gardens and the greenhouse. I am still getting messages a few weeks later about it. Second, the staff at Christianson’s, and Emma in particular, were very helpful. We live out of state, but Emma was able to set up video chats and sent pictures so we knew what we were getting into. She was also very responsive to emails and always super pleasant. We had such a great experience--I cannot recommend Christianson’s strongly enough!
Noel
Noel Sent on 10/11/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A Wedding Dream

Christianson's probably doesn't need any additional glowing reviews, but I'm leaving one anyway! They made our day a fairytale. The beauty and flexibility of the grounds are unmatched, and Emma was always quick to respond as I sent her my nervous bride questions in the months leading up to our big day. We ended up with the wedding of our dreams, and this venue was a big part of that. My parents even bought us some potted flower arrangements as a wedding gift, which the lovely staff put together on the day for us. A dream come true, thank you!
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Brittny Sent on 08/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

We got married behind the Schoolhouse and it was so beautiful. Everyone absolutely loved the venue. It was exactly what we were looking for. Emma is great and very easy to work with. Very sweet and quick to respond to the many questions we had. Can't say enough good things about this venue.
J
Jacqueline Sent on 03/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Jackie & Tim

This wedding venue is beyond magic. My husband and I enjoyed creating our own vision for our wedding day and they allowed for us to make it happen. I feel like I want this venue to be a part of all major events in my life. The atmosphere, Emma, the natural beauty....it was all so magical! Thanks you to them for allowing us to make our intimate wedding a dream come true.
S
Stefanie Sent on 11/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A total, unmitigated dream.

Christianson’s is, quite simply, one of my favorite places in the entire world. The grounds are beautiful year-round, the Christianson family and the retail staff are lovely, kind, knowledgeable, flexible, and accommodating. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place for our teeny-tiny covid wedding, and only wish more of our loved ones could have experienced it with us.
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Lauren Sent on 07/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Christianson’s was incredible! Such a beautiful venue and Emma was very responsive and accommodating!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 07/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Beautiful

COVID-19 forced my husband and I to postpone our “big” wedding out a year. We didn’t want to wait another year to get married so Emma came to the rescue. We explained to her that we wanted a small quick ceremony and she was amazing to work with. She offered the school house and gardens completely free of charge. Everything is SO beautiful there. We didn’t even need to decorate. The school house has its own charm and the gardens and nursery areas speak for themselves. It was truly a perfect day and we are so thankful to Christiansons for their hospitality!
K
Kaitlyn Sent on 06/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

June Wedding

Having our wedding at Christianson’s nursery was an absolute dream! We opted to have an intimate ceremony after our original plans fell through due to the pandemic and we both agree it was better than what would’ve been. Christianson’s rates are very reasonable compared to most venues, which allowed us to spend money on other things to make the day special. Every inch of the nursery has flowers in bloom and is very well cared for. Emma was the most professional/sweet person I’ve worked with throughout the planning process, which made a very stressful situation not feel that way. I highly recommend having your wedding here.
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Ashton Sent on 04/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Experience

Christianson's Nursery is a gorgeous venue. We couldn't be more pleased with our experience. If you are planning for a small, intimate wedding, this is the perfect place.
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Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse frequently asked questions

Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Tables
Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in value, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in professionalism.
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