I have been ordering Blueberries, Raspberries Marion Blackberries for years from Stalbush farms…read more They are consistently delicious. The packing is perfect and the berries arrive in good shape. All the staff I've encountered have been most helpful.

Eloisa Organic Farm is one of the two reincarnations of Spring Hill Organic Farm, located in…read moreAlbany, Oregon (the other being Sunrise Organic Farm). Like Sunrise, Eloisa is among the best, if not the best, produce stands at the Saturday morning Portland Farmers Market at PSU. Before the market rings its 8:30 a.m. starting bell, dozens of regulars are already lining up, properly socially distancing, waiting to purchase Eloisa's excellent produce. Customers stop at a disinfectant station, where they are asked to wash their hands and put on plastic gloves. We've been purchasing produce from this farm for years. We love all of their vegetables, and particularly their basil, cucumbers, eggplants, peppers, leeks, several kinds of lettuce and other greens, and a wide variety of peppers. The quality of what they grow and nurture is simply outstanding. In operation since 1990, the farm is located in North Albany and is an Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO) farm. Set on forty-five acres, the farm specializes in vegetables, growing over sixty varieties for sale at farmers markets and co-ops. We have never been unhappy with any of their produce, and their customer service is outstanding and impressively safe during these challenging times. Eloisa is one of our first stops when we hit the PSU Saturday market. Super friendly people running the stand. Awesome produce. They have our loyalty and trust.

Friendly folks, very helpful. They make an absolutely AMAZING blueberry wine that everyone needs to…read moretry! I haven't been to their Lebanon location, but the folks I met at the farmers market helped me with a mulled wine recipe and it turned out incredible. This is one of those "local gems" you're always hoping to find. So tasty!

Sunrise Organic Farm is the reincarnation of Spring Hill Organic Farm, located in Albany, Oregon…read more Sunrise is one of the best, if not the best, produce stands at the Saturday morning Portland Farmers Market at PSU. As its longtime customers know, before the market even has the chance to ring its 8:30 a.m. starting bell, dozens of regulars are already lining up, properly socially distancing, waiting to purchase Sunrise's truly excellent produce. We've been purchasing produce from this farm for years. We love all of their vegetables, and particularly their tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, eggplants, peppers, leeks, and their many varieties of lettuce and other greens. The quality of what they grow and nurture is simply outstanding. In operation since 1990, the farm is located in North Albany and is an Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO) farm. Set on forty-five acres, the farm specializes in vegetables, growing over sixty varieties for sale at farmers markets and co-ops. We have never been unhappy with any of their produce, and their customer service is outstanding and impressively safe during these challenging times. Sunrise is our first stop when we hit the PSU Saturday market. Super friendly people running the stand. Awesome produce. They have our loyalty and trust.

Proof that (FB) marketing works! Here for an unusual Father's Day gift, I responded to an ad for…read moreSarracenia Hybrid Carnivorous Pitcher Plants. These beautiful and exotic perennials feed on flies, mosquitoes, gnats, and most other flying bugs. Each plants consumes hundreds of bugs each season. Several varieties in pre potted in 4" pots single crown Pots $15, double crown pots $25. Easy to find, right outside of Salem off of Silverton Rd. They also have cherry trees and other U-Pick options. I was met as soon as I parked and got to see how they're grown and chose the ones I wanted. Pretty cool alternative to the standard dad tie. Check their website for seasonal activities. I'll be back!

I love the couple who runs this game cafe! They're always so friendly and welcoming. Their food…read moreis amazing, the milk tea is phenomenal, and there are so many games to pick from. I keep coming back over and over for the last few years. Feels more like family than just a place of business. I have nothing bad to say, highly recommend!

Everyone needs to go here. Amazing place with tons of games. We went here for just a little bit of…read moretime we had to fill, but not only were the owners extremely nice, food looked great, and the absolute massive library of board games is phenomenal! We will certainly be back, and in greater numbers.

We have been traveling through the area for the last week and this was, by far, our most…read moredisappointing experience. On our way here we visited multiple gardens and flower farms in Salem and the surrounding area that were completely free and FAR superior. They charge $14 per person to visit the garden and in my opinion it's not worth it. The employees we interacted with were unhelpful, unknowledgeable and apathetic but beyond the poor service, the grounds themselves were disappointing. There are dead and dying plants everywhere, shade and seating are scarce and there is very little of interest to see. If you enjoy paths and trees, visit any local park and the sites will be as good. If you love roses, visit Owen Rose Garden or if you like peonys, irises, etc there are multiple farms in the area to visit for free. Unless you love the smell of hot fertilizer and throwing your money away, this is not it. Their "Amazing" water garden consists of a few algae topped ponds. They also claim to be dog friendly but they are as dog friendly as a sidewalk. They have a tram tour that literally stopped in the walkway blocking all the walking guests from proceeding while robotically reading a speech and leaving everyone to stand there in the sun until they were done. This whole experience was just so unenjoyable. I rarely leave bad reviews and I Yelp to help others avoid my mistakes so if you are reading this, please don't waste your time or money here. There are so many other great options. Oh, and to the "Business Manager" who obligatorily responds all the unflattering reviews in an effort to appear as though customer service is important, but is ultimately condescending, it's not helping your cause, so feel free to spare us all.

So nice we visited twice over the course of the weekend! Once as guests of the Resort and the next…read morewith an WCCLS Adventure Pass. Even though the plants' condition in March leaves a lot to be desired, as not very much is coming into season yet, there was plenty to take in. The variety of landscaping/hardscaping is impressive, the views incredible, the plant collection inspiring (even my very non-aggie partner took notes on what we could possibly incorporate into our own yard). It's obvious that plenty of care and planning went into the garden spaces. Highlights for me included the conifer forest and the wetlands areas. The Lewis and Clark pathway with its stonehenge-like pillars was neat too. Each section has its own hidden treasures and spaces for reflection. Would love to come back in spring or summer to see what's changed.

These folks are nearby and really accommodating it's definitely a full service operation…read more After you turn off of Clow Corner it is all the way to the end of Cherry Knoll Road. The signage is good and they have areas designated for parking. They have plenty of staff and one gentleman that explains the whole procedure. They don't allow personal chainsaws so leave those at home. They will supply a manual saw and kneelers if you want to cut yourself. If you don't want to cut yourself, no problem, they have plenty of those too. Either way they will dry the tree off and wrap it if you want for easy transport. The only thing they won't do is tie it to your car, which I totally understand. They sell hot chocolate, honey, snacks, wreaths and they have a campfire too. This would be a good place to spend some time and enjoy if you have a few minutes. I'll definitely hit them up next year.