Welcome to Fine Gardening Salem

Expert Horticultural Care, Historic Inspiration, & Sustainable Beauty

Historic & Classic Garden Stewardship

Preserving the legacy, layout, and fine botanical details of historic or mature gardens with expert pruning, health management, and authentic plant care.

Native Plant & Habitat Gardening

Designing and cultivating garden spaces that invite native bees, pollinators, and songbirds into your yard using climate-resilient, Oregon-native flora.

Fine Perennial & Flower Bed Care

Creating year-round blooms, vibrant color palettes, and balanced perennial beds with professional plant selection, deadheading, and nutritional care.

Intergrated Pest Managment

We utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to address garden pests at their source through ecological monitoring and biological controls, protecting local pollinators while minimizing chemical use to keep your landscape healthy.

Meet Hannah Curry

Owner & Lead Horticulturist

Gardening has been a central part of Hannah’s life since childhood, growing up learning hands-on in the garden alongside her grandmothers and mother. Today, as the Head Gardener overseeing the restoration and maintenance of the historic gardens at Gaiety Hollow and Deepwood, Hannah combines classic landscape care with cutting-edge environmental science.

Education & Expertise: B.S. in Environmental Science (Minor in Botany) from Oregon State University.
Professional Background: Over 12 years of specialized experience as a field biologist and research technician with the USDA and OSU laboratories.
Community & Passion: Salem local, native plant enthusiast, bee advocate, and community volunteer.

With a strong foundation in botany, soil science, and ecological resilience, Hannah applies modern scientific practices to keep gardens thriving—even as climate conditions change.

Healthy gardens for healthy humans and ecosystems.

At Fine Gardening Salem, we believe a garden is more than just a yard—it’s a living, breathing ecosystem and a space where art, history, and nature meet. Owned and operated by Hannah Curry, Head Gardener for two historic gardens in Salem, Oregon, Fine Gardening Salem brings professional botanical expertise, artistic vision, and deep environmental knowledge directly to your outdoor space.

Whether you are looking to revitalize a classic landscape, build a resilient native plant oasis, or create a home garden tailored to your family’s lifestyle, we are here to bring your vision to life.

Insect & Disease Identification

Using integrated pest management, find solutions to garden pest problems.

Planning & Designing

Working together to determine your preferences and needs, we will create dreamy spaces and perfect plantings.

Seasonal Maintenance

Gardens need constant care! Weeding, deadheading, pruning, fertilizing and watering are a few of the garden tasks we can do for you, so you'll have more time to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of your spaces.

what we offer

Garden Design & Installation

We collaborate with you to craft custom landscape designs that reflect your aesthetic while honoring the natural ecology of the Willamette Valley. From initial concept and plant selection to full site preparation, every detail is planned to ensure a seamless transition from drawing board to living garden. Our installations prioritize long-term soil vitality and proper plant placement, setting your outdoor space up for years of sustainable beauty.

Planting & Renovation

Whether revitalizing mature perennial beds or completely transforming an overgrown yard, we breathe new life into established landscapes. We carefully select climate-resilient flora, native species, and showy ornamentals tailored to your site's specific light and soil conditions. By incorporating expert soil amendment and thoughtful structural changes, we restore health, balance, and vibrant visual appeal to your garden.

Seasonal Maintenance

Our proactive seasonal care goes beyond basic yard cleanup to preserve the health, form, and artistic integrity of your plants year-round. We provide expert pruning, organic bed care, soil conditioning, and timely deadheading designed around the natural cycles of the Pacific Northwest. By addressing your landscape's evolving needs spring through winter, we ensure your outdoor space remains thriving and picturesque in every season.

Sustainable & Locally Minded

Rooted in the rich horticultural heritage of Salem, Oregon, our practices prioritize the long-term health of our local Mid-Willamette Valley ecosystem and water supply. We emphasize organic soil management, drought-tolerant plantings, and pollinator-friendly habitats that actively support Salem's native bees and songbirds. By blending modern environmental science with a deep respect for our local community, we create beautiful landscapes that build lasting climate resilience right here in Salem.

Why Fine Gardening Salem?

Whether you need ongoing fine garden maintenance, plant consultation, or help revitalizing an established landscape, Fine Gardening Salem is ready to partner with you.

Science-Backed Care

Grounded in OSU botany research and field science to ensure optimal plant health and soil vitality.

Sustainable & Climate-Resilient

Practices designed to conserve water, support local pollinators, and build resilient landscapes.

Locally Inspired

Rooted in Salem’s rich gardening heritage and dedicated to serving our local community.