The first day of spring is just around the corner – Saturday, March 20. Many green thumbs will be visiting nurseries and picking out new plants for their gardens. Let Seattle Public Utilities give you a helping hand. Consult our publication The Plant List (PDF). This guide suggests 240 plants that thrive in a variety of Northwest conditions. Remember, this list is just a starting point in choosing the right plants. Making informed decisions will result in beautiful gardens that will save you water, time and money.