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We’re here to help you navigate the process of creating thriving native landscapes.

We're passionate about your success with native plants. Whether you are just beginning with your first sagebrush or a grizzled veteran working on germinating manzanitas we are here to be a resource.

Below you’ll find resources aimed at helping you pick the perfect native plants for your landscape without all the hassle and heartache. You’ll find curated lists of garden-friendly species that are regularly in-stock and a plant database of species we grow that you can filter by your specific needs and guides for care and maintenance.

Helpful Resources

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    Guides

    We’ve covered everything from planning, plant selection, planting, watering, and dormancy.

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    Plant Lists

    Lists of species that we usually have in stock: our hardiest natives, landscaping alternatives, habitat restoration favorites, and more.

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    Plant Database

    We prepared these plant profiles with anecdotal experiences: insights from our projects, our own gardens, and stories shared by others.

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    Native Plant Questions?

    Specific native plant questions? Need help selecting the right plants for your project? We are here to help you succeed.

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VISIT US AND BROWSE

Our new retail space, The Little Barn at Native West Nursery, is the perfect place to wander through our large selection of native plants for purchase.

The Little Barn

FAQs

  • It’s easy to purchase plants from us!


    Option 1: Shop in person
    Come visit The Little Barn Thursday-Saturday to browse and pick out plants from our large selection of 100+ native plants.

    If you are looking for something specific that you don’t see on our current availability, you can email kristen@nativewest.com and she will check to see if it’s something we can bring over from our wholesale inventory.

    Hours:
    Thursday: 7AM - 3:30 PM
    Friday: 7AM - 3:30PM
    Saturday: 8AM - 4PM (Closed for lunch 12-12:30)

    Option 2: Place an order for pickup
    Email kristen@nativewest.com with the species you are looking for. We will check our current availability and give you pricing. Pickup your order Thursday-Saturday at The Little Barn.


    Option 3: Online
    Currently only seeds are available for purchase online from our online store which can either be shipped or picked up at The Little Barn.

  • You are more than welcome to come visit our new retail space, The Little Barn, Thursday-Saturday to browse and pick out plants!

    DIRECTIONS
    Address: 1849 Leon Ave, San Diego.

    Our retail space is across the street from our wholesale yard. If you are going south on Saturn Blvd, you will take right on Tremaine Way right before the large wooden sign that says “The Little Barn”.

    HOURS
    Thursday: 7AM - 3:30 PM
    Friday: 7AM - 3:30PM
    Saturday: 8AM - 4PM (Closed for lunch 12-12:30)

    If you are looking for something specific that you don’t see on our current availability (updated weekly), you can email kristen@nativewest.com and she will check to see if it’s something we can bring over from our wholesale inventory.

    Please keep in mind, the wholesale side of the nursery (1755 Saturn Blvd) is closed to the public.

  • You can check our retail plant availability. If you are looking for something specific that you don’t see on our current availability, you can email kristen@nativewest.com and she will check to see if it’s something we can bring over from our wholesale inventory.

  • Delivery is available for orders over $500. A $95 delivery charge applies. Email kristen@nativewest.com for more details.