I heard about this place from two friends who were at Great Wolf Lodge and needing to escape a child's birthday party (we've all been there). Rather than head South for an "outlet mall experience," they opted to head North to the bustling metropolis of Rochester, WA. I've now been to 3 different towns called Rochester, and while they are all so fantastically underwhelming, the other two don't have a carnivorous nursery..... and this was compelling enough to make the hour and a half trek from Portland. This retail experience is unique, as the greenhouse is in the proprietor's back yard. It's his life's work and passion, which yielded some refreshingly different conversations than talking to hourly employees who may not be as knowledgeable or vested. Whether he was happy to or kindly obliging, the owner geeked out with us over plants for over an hour, and for how much he knows, there was no shred of the pretension that can sometimes be prevalent among the horticulture folks, for whatever reason (why is that?!?). In addition to having a huge and impressive collection of sarracenias, the owner of the nursery also had a cool and compelling story about his journey to owning his own nursery, which entailed being a combat medic and after getting out of the military, discovering a passion for carnivorous plants and pursuing and achieving a degree in horticulture. So, if you're into supporting veteran-owned businesses.... here's your chance. Do it. A few words of advice: -It's currently a one-man show, so you MUST make an appointment, which you can do by calling or texting the number on the website. The owner was responsive and communicative. -Some of the plants are outside, so if you visit during the rainy season, dress accordingly. #dontforgetboots read more

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Just wanted to share my experience with West Coast Carnivorous Nursery down in Rochester. Kyle is so awesome. He's super friendly and knowledgeable and answered all of my questions about carnivorous plants. This is my first one so I really didn't have much knowledge about them. You can tell he just loves what he does and he takes great care of these babies. He has a great selection with great prices. He also offers a guarantee for his plants if you think your baby is dying. I left knowing a lot more than when I arrived. If you guys are in the area and want to buy a carnivorous plant, y'all should definitely check him out! Came there for butterworts and left with : King Sundew (I got the baby one) I just fell in love with all the little dews! read more

West Coast Carnivorous Nursery - King Sundew (big one at the nursery) - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Rochester, Washington

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I went last summer to check out his plants and got an amazing pot with lots of little babies! I've kept it happily in my windowsill and it's still thriving! I need to take my other carnivorous plant back (got it at a pet store) to see if he can help me save her! My boyfriend and I spent about an hour there and he was so proud of his plants and full of information. I definitely recommend. The greener plant is it now compared to when I first got it. read more

West Coast Carnivorous Nursery - Plant now - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Rochester, Washington

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