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Australian Native Plants Nursery /
This nursery is the premier Australian plant nursery in the United States and one of the best in the world! Founded by Australian horticulturist Jo O’Connell, it supplies collectors, arboretums and just plain gardeners with incredible plants.It’s best to call ahead to check hours and get directions. Desert Images nursery is also nearby in Casitas Springs.
On Nye Road opposite the Baptist Church at 9000 Nye Road, Casitas Springs, CA 93001
Telephone: 800−701−6517 / Call for appointment — if you are in the neighborhood you could try stopping by.
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Baron Brothers /
This 30-year-old nursery has some fun topiaries, (Think 747!) quirky statues and fountains. They carry a full selection of plants and pots as well. Their newsletter has helpful information and money saving coupons.
7568 Santa Rosa Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012
Telephone: 805−484−0085 / Hours: (Mon. — Sat.) 7:00 am — 5:00 pm; (Sun.) 9:00 am — 4:00 pm
Credit Cards: Visa/Master Card/Discover
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Elegant Gardens /
This enormous nursery (20 acres) is just off the 23 Freeway in Moorpark. You will definitely want to wear walking shoes to see everything. Lots of bedding plants, 1 & 5 gallon perennials, fountains, statues and miscellaneous goodies. Very helpful, friendly staff. Nearby: .
2046 Tierra Rejada Rd., Moorpark, 93021
Telephone: 805−553−0565 / m-st 9 am –5 pm
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Desert Images Cacti and Succulents
This charming nursery is housed in a rambling collection of wooden buildings. They carry succulents and cacti ranging from tiny to large and mature. Prices are reasonable. Nearby: Australian Native Plant Nursery.
11140 N. Ventura Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023
Telephone: 805 – 649 4479 / Mon — Fri 10 am — 4 pm, Sat — Sun 9 am — 5 pm
Cash or check only
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Green Meadow Nursery /
This 15-plus acre nursery has been in business for 57 years. Every square foot is covered with plants, shrubs, trees and pots. The service is extremely friendly and professional.
10825 Santa Rosa Rd., Camarillo, CA 91320
Telephone: 805 – 498-6779 805−482−2822 / Mon — Sat 8 am — 4:30 pm, Sun 7 am — 4:30 pm
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Special Orders, Paid Delivery with minimum order
Hartley Botanica /
This 3 acre nursery includes demonstration gardens and settings for weddings if you are in the market. Plant offerings include but are not limited to fruit trees, vegetables, herbs, shrubs, vines, japanese maples, perennial flowers and garden ornaments.
4465 Balcom Canyon Road, Somis, CA 93066
Telephone: (805) 523‑9846 / Spring-summer Mon — Sat 9am — 6pm/ Sunday 10am — 4pm
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Island View Nursery /
Island View is so large that they invite you to bring lunch! At 10 acres, it is one of the largest nurseries in Los Angeles County. They have a large warehouse where they sell an enticing cross section of accessories, fountains, furniture and gift items. They have a very large an unusual selection of orchids, some of which I’ve never seen before, not even in specialty orchid stores. Plenty of parking.
3376 Foothill Rd., Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684‑0324 / Hours: (Mon. — Sat.) 9:00 am — 5:30 pm; (Sun.) 10:00 am — 4: 00 pm
Credit Cards: Visa/Master Card
Special orders & Delivery (LA & Ventura counties)
Nearby: Summerland antique shops; Santa Clause Lane; Polo fields
Cash or check only.
Matilija Nursery / Matilijanursery.com
This well established 16 year old grower specializes in native plants and irises, including rare native species. Owner Bob Sussman is very friendly and helpful; he offers design consultation. Call for directions.
8225 Waters Road, Moorpark, CA 93021
Telephone: 805−523−8604 / Mon — Thurs 8am — 12pm/Fri — Sat 8:30 — 2pm
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa
Free Delivery, Paid Delivery
Nopalito Native Plant Nursery /
This new nursery, started by friends Kenji, Rick and Antonio, has already been discovered by Sunset magazine. They carry a choice selection of native and drought tolerant plants. The nursery is run sustainably, recycling, fertilizing and controlling pest naturally. Nearby: shopping, restaurants, entertainment.
4107 E. Ventura Ave. (next to Lassens), Ventura, CA 93003
Telephone: 805−844−7449 / Daily 9:00 am — 5:00 pm except major holidays
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa, Discover
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Nordic Nursery /
This is a 30-year-old neighborhood nursery, carrying a broad range of plants and pots. They specialize in 1 gallon, drought tolerant plants. Friendly service. Nearby: .
1312 Newbury Rd, Newbury Park, CA 91320
Telephone: 805−499−2613 / 7 days a week 8 am — 5 pm
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Ortiz Nursery
New neighborhood nursery in Ojai. Managed by the very knowledgeable Jodie Irvine (who worked at the larger Ojai Valley Nursery, before it lost its lease). Jodie knows the specifics of Ojai weather (super hot in Summer, freezes in Winter) and counsels homeowners on just what plants will work, where and why. Adorable site: cottage is the office/retail store; every size and type of plant you could use; super nice staff. You’ve got to see it to appreciate it’s charm; it’s small but mighty! In Meiner’s Oaks section of Ojai.
312 W. El Roblar Drive, Ojai, CA 93023
Telephone: 805.646.2546 / Daily, 9 – 5
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa, Discover
Special Orders, Free Delivery
Otto and Sons /
Otto and Sons is a spiffy 35 year old nursery owned by the Klittich family and specializing in roses. They carry over 800 varieties of roses, ordered bare root from the best suppliers in the US, including Weeks, Jackson and Perkins and David Austin. They are then lovingly transplanted into 5 or 15 gallon using a special soil and fertilizer recipe. You will not find finer plants anywhere. They also carry other landscape plants. The big sale is called “Rose Days” and will be held on April 24 – 25 in 2010. Nearby: National Historic Landmark.
1835 Guiberson Road, Fillmore, CA 93015
Telephone: 805−524−2123 / days open varies — call for hours
Cards Accepted: Mastercard, Visa
Paid Delivery
Rincon Gardens
The nursery overlooks the Pacific Ocean and specializes in palms and tropicals. It’s worth a call if you are looking for something special – it’s an extensive collection. Nearby: Ventura County Beaches and the Rincon’s fabulous surfing.
3945 Pacific Coast Highway, Ventura, CA 93001
Telephone: 805−658−1518 / Call for hours
Cash or checks
Special Orders, Paid Delivery
Seaside Gardens /
Seaside Gardens is a destination nursery with a unique advantage. They have an enormous amount of space (4 acres) and have planted 10 different demonstration gardens, all quite large. The gardens consist of: Asian, cottage, South African, California natives, succulents, central/south American, Australian, Mediterranean and wetlands.
3700 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684‑6001 / Hours: (Mon. — Sat.) 9:00 am — 6:00 pm; (Sun.) 10:00 am — 5:00 pm
Credit Cards: Visa/Master Card
Special orders & Delivery
Nearby: Summerland antique shops; Santa Clause Lane; Polo fields
Westerlay Orchids /
Westerlay Orchids is one of the those industrial building with the high ceilings, right off the 101 highway. They carry every variety of orchid, indoor and out. The prices are a little over wholesale or 1⁄2 off what you would pay at a florist’s. The staff is very courteous.
P.O. Box 1249, 3504 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013
684‑5411 / Hours: (Mon. — Fri.) 8:00 am — 5:00 pm; (Sat.) 10:00 am — 3:00 pm
Credit Cards: Visa/Master Card
No Orders or Delivery
Nearby: Summerland antique shops; Santa Clause Lane; Polo fields
