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Shop Review: The Root Cellar

The shop conveys the sense of being alive, intuitively aware of its own evolution.

Photos by Ashley Creates LLC

Getting Better All The Time 

Veteran and owner Craig Fitzgerald methodically implements a culture at Root Cellar Cannabis that resonates with his community and staff (with very little employee turnover). This local luminary practices the age-old wisdom of putting his people in positions of strength so they can do what they do best as the business’s key to success. From its inception, Craig aimed to exemplify the craft of selling Cannabis by establishing a foundation of authenticity, demonstrated by quality relationships with vendors that translate into a top-notch selection of products. 

They Got You

One of the coolest things about this place is the ongoing improvements in design and atmosphere. You may feel like you’re walking into something special: a curated vibe that’s the antithesis of corporate cookie-cutter aesthetics. The glass cases have an identity, tailored to what you want, showcased by authentic brands that share the love and desire for this Cannabis journey. After all, they’ve got a lot of patients who are regulars, and patients know the difference! The shop conveys the sense of being alive, intuitively aware of its own evolution where nature’s currents channel through and leave a footprint. With the area feeling very intentional, the surrounding rocks, plants and wood afford a level of natural comfort that grounds visitors. Check out the mural by local artist Brianne Lesman (@pnwartwork).

Lotta Love 

Most community outreach has been anonymous because Cannabis companies can’t always go on record when helping children. However, Root Cellar has been a huge asset this year for the North Mason Food Bank by picking up the check to feed volunteers. They also raise money daily for the humane society. The shop is visited by a variety of animals (sometimes even a hedgehog) as customers bring them in for photo ops. Visitors might see cats in backpacks, naked guinea pigs and, of course, tons of dogs who love to dip into the basket for a treat.

Flower

Trichome Extracts Bubble Bath –JD
House of Cultivar Apple Banana Gelato –Marsha
SKöRD Lemon Shortbread –Kim
Upon a Cloud Candy Gas –Nicole 

Joints

K-Savage Permanent Marker –JD
Trichome Extracts Super Lemon Haze InTERPreter –Marsha
Trichome Extracts Butter Mintz THCA Infused –Kim
Packwoods Guava Bubblegum Hash Infused –Nicole

Carts

SKöRD Divine Kush Breath –JD
Constellation Cannabis Sour Diesel Rosin Pod –Marsha
Plaid Jacket Super Boof Disposable –Kim
Seattle’s Private Reserve Buttermilk Biscuits –Nicole

Dabs

Trichome Extracts Lemon Cake Applesauce –JD
Constellation Cannabis Discovery Rotten Pineapple Hash Rosin –Marsha
House of Cultivar Candy Pound Cake Hash Rosin –Kim
House of Cultivar The Soap Hash Rosin –Marsha

Edibles

Verdelux Pomegranate Bombshell –JD
Swifts Edibles 500MG MAX Milk Caramel Truffles –Marsha
Gravity Gummies Pineapple 1:1:1 THC/CBG/CBD –Kim
Good Tide Guava Solventless Gummy –Nicole

Photos by @ashleycreatesllc

About Mike Ricker

The first time Ricker smoked weed was at a Santana concert at the age of 12. He then followed in his footsteps as an award-winning radio personality who became notorious for offering a stage for bong toking listeners in 9 different markets over 20 years. In 2016, the Cannabis industry came calling and the rest is history.

This article was originally published in the September 2024 issue of Northwest Leaf.

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