Suggestions for Central CA Nurseries

15 years ago

Hi all. First time poster here.

I'm planning a vacation to the CA coast (Monterey to Santa Barbara) in a few weeks. Any suggestions for "can't miss" nurseries? Orchids are a favorite, but I love anything out of the ordinary (cycads, succulents, palms, etc).

Many thanks for any suggestions.

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (4)

Central_Cali369
15 years ago
For a moment there i thought you meant ACTUAL central Cal (you know, the Central Valley, not the coast). I have a few known nurseries here in the Valley. I don't know any names of nurseries, but there are TONS of nurseries on Highway 126 around Santa Paula and Ventura. They specialize in palms and tropical trees suited for that area. The nurseries here in the Valley carry palms such as dypsis decipiens, bismarckia nobilis, queen palms and endless arrays of Aloes (Ferox, Arborescens, Marlothii), Agaves and succulents, so the ones on the coast probably carry more selections.
bahia
15 years ago
Check out the University of California at Santa Cruz Botanic Garden, and they do have an on-site nursery as well. There is a great retail nursery in Watsonville, Ca. called Sierra Azul Nursery, which also has great display gardens. For prime succulents, there is a good nursery in Carmel Valley, I forget what the name of it is, but it would be in the yellow pages. If you will be passing through Morro Bay/San Luis Obispo, there used to be a really cute succulent nursery near downtown, not sure if it is still there, and the new Botanic Garden just north of San Luis Obispo on Hwy One is also worth checking out. Also, in Santa Barbara proper, don't miss Alice Keck Park in town, the civic center with its gorgeous mature palm plantings, and also the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden above the mission in the hills. Also, there is a really nice retail nursery in Carpenteria right off Hwy 101 that has a full range of palms, succulents, etc, and also has great display gardens. Maybe someone else who actually lives in Carmel Valley, Morro Bay or Carpenteria can chime in with the actual names of the nurseries that I can't remember the names of...
Related Discussions
Peach Leaf Curl in Central Valley, CA
Q
Comments (7)
Carla, peach curl infection doesn't take place year 'round, it only takes place once when the buds swell. Basically, asexual spores get washed into the buds and there they infect all the future leaves to come out. That's why spraying is totally ineffective once you discover you have peach curl. So usually it's sufficient to spray your favorite fungicide (organic or synthetic) right at bud swell in the Spring. However, to be safe, it's best to spray once in the Fall right after leaf fall as well to reduce the spores going into Winter. In a warm year, peach curl may already be in the leaves but if conditions are warm and dry, then the peach curl fungus can't grow. It likes it best between 50 and 70F with plenty of rain.
...See More
Good Central CA Nurseries to Visit
Q
Comments (6)
Everyone here has you covered as far as orchids are concerned. I happen to appreciate the charm and funkiness of CalOrchid. Great, down to earth owners; very knowledgeable and unusual plants. Great angracoids. In Carmel, there is a shop in the Barnyard called Succulent Gardens. Great eye candy, and prices to match. A bit further north along Hwy.1 in the little town of Elkhorn (just inland from Moss Landing) is their actual nursery. I think plant prices there are more reasonable; although I haven't made it there yet. I have purchased succulents from them at the San Fran Flower and Garden Show, as well as a local Cactus and Succulent Society show. Great plants! Have fun! Lori
...See More
Jungle Jack's at Riverside, CA nursery
Q
Comments (89)
Yes Home Depot sales Plumeria from Junkle's Jack....As a matter fact I bought 3 Plumeria which are the Panittas'Red and the Hearts' Desire and the other one can't remember the names....I kept the Heart Desire Plumeria and Returned back the Panittas' Red and the other one as well both since was Grafted....Even the man at Home Depot confirmed that it was ended grafted... I prefer that the braches comes from the Original body than having two different bodies it's just doesn't look normal....The price wasn't cheap at all...The Panitta"s Red and the other Pink colors was about 2 to 3 feet tall and priced was $39.99 each and the small ones are priced for $24.99....Just be aware or check all the details of the Plumeria that you are buying from Home Depot or Lowe's that was provide by Jungles Jack because some of them are grafted and some aren't...so I decided to buy a few of my Plumerias thru Bloomingplumerias and 1-stop-aloha thru Ebay...At least I have the exact colors that I wantd since these Two are refutable sellers...By the way there was someone posted here that needed to see a photos of the "Rare Kolika Plumeria" and as matter of I have a Tree that just Blooming at the moment so if still neede I can Post a few photos of the Rare Kolika Flowers...Thank you
...See More
Where to get tropical fruit trees in Central CA?
Q
Comments (7)
Whoa--I have not seen that cherimoya on Morro Road. Can you be more specific for location? Somewhere along there Mike Cirone of See Canyon Orchards grows cherimoya, white sapote and mandarins. Could be his? He comes to the Farmer's Market in LO as well as SLO and other places in the area. That's how I got my seeds (from his fruit) to start my seedlings that I have since grafted. I hope your star fruit seeds are really fresh because they are said to lose viability within a few days of being removed from the fruit. I was worried about that but wanted to try a plant so I bought a small seedling on ebay and it's doing well in the greenhouse. You can also easily start mango seeds from the manila-type mangoes in the supermarket which are polyembryonic and can produce seedlings true-to-type without grafting. I hope to plant out my cherimoyas and sapotes in the spring. I always graft doubles because I don't trust my luck. But I got really lucky this time around. If you're interested in possible surplus (after I've offered them to neighbors and friends), email me: steve_shops "at" sbcglobal.net Oh, and by the way, the closest nursery that has anything tropical to speak of is the Green Arrow/Green Thumb in Ventura. Last time I was there they had a variety of cherimoya, sapote, mangoes, guavas, etc. Nothing *really* exotic but good basic stock. It's not "close" but it's a nice drive and it's not like going to San Diego or L.A.
...See More
desertlvr
15 years ago
if you plan on going as far south as LA, Maurice Levin has a great cycad nursery in Hollywood. Go to: Cycads.com to check out what he carries. I have bought several things and had them shipped but plan on visiting the actual nursery when I go to LA soon.
pabloverde
Original Author
15 years ago
Great. Thanks for all the great advice. I can't wait.

Central Cali: Sorry for the off-reference. I'm a transplant from Merced to Atlanta GA. After 20 years in the central valley, I should know better. Don't know if I can get as far south as Ventura, but Hwy 126 sounds interesting.

Desertlvr: I visit Maurice's web site all the time. I haven't pulled the trigger on ordering anything yet because I keep thinking I'll get to So Cal for an on-site visit. d rather visit.

Thanks again.

Related Stories

CENTRAL PLAINS NATIVE PLANTS 10 Top Grasses for the Central Plains

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Low-maintenance grasses provide seasonal interest and wildlife habitat, and aid good design

Full Story

GARDENING GUIDES Central Plains Gardener's September Checklist

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

This month, go easy on the deadheading, savor the beauty of sunflowers and look ahead to next year's garden

Full Story

FALL GARDENING Be Your Own Wildflower Nursery

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Gather seeds from your garden in fall, and you'll have a selection of plants for next year — without spending a dime

Full Story

FLOWERS Rudbeckia Mania: Go Beyond Black-Eyed Susan in the Garden

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Branch out from typical nursery fare, with lesser-known Rudbeckia species that have delightfully unexpected features

Full Story

GARDENING FOR BUTTERFLIES 3 Ways Native Plants Make Gardening So Much Better

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

You probably know about the lower maintenance. But native plants' other benefits go far beyond a little less watering and weeding

Full Story

127

GARDENING GUIDES Great Design Plant: Asclepias Incarnata for a Butterfly Garden

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Beautiful swamp milkweed makes it easy to help monarchs and other pollinators in eastern U.S. gardens

Full Story

WINTER GARDENING 10 Native Wildflowers to Beautify Your Winter Garden

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

They stand strong in wind, feed wildlife and are easy to grow. But you may want to add these plants for their looks alone

Full Story

GARDENING FOR BUTTERFLIES Great Design Plant: Virginia Mountain Mint

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Watch a world of insects dine on this Midwest native, an easy bloomer that washes the garden (and your skin) in scents of cool mint

Full Story

BEFORE AND AFTERS Double-Duty Function and Singular Style for a California Nursery

By Becky Harris

Modern and bright, this thoughtfully designed baby's room is ready to welcome a newborn girl and overnight guests

Full Story

KIDS’ SPACES Room of the Day: From Dark Walk-in Closet to Bright and Warm Nursery

By Becky Harris

A mix of vintage and new decor creates a stylish nursery that will grow with a baby boy

Full Story

Suggestions for Central CA Nurseries

Comments (4)

Central_Cali369

bahia

Related Discussions

desertlvr

pabloverde
Original Author

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

Suggestions for Central CA Nurseries

Comments (4)

Central_Cali369

bahia

Related Discussions

desertlvr

pabloverdeOriginal Author

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

pabloverde
Original Author