“Take care of the land, and the land will take care of you.”
— Margarita Petra Maria de la Concepcion 'Daisy' O'Neill (1879-1981)
From the blog
GRATITUDE
A person finds joy in giving an apt reply
And how good is a timely word.
Proverbs 15:23 NIV
October in the Natural Garden
From a native plant horticultural perspective, it’s New Year’s Day every October 1.
September in the Natural Garden
Native plants are still in dry season mode and are almost poised to receive water and start growing. We have always considered September 15 the start of a new horticultural year.
Experience Tree of Life Nursery
Every month we invite you to learn with us and honored guests for Tree of Life Workshops. Topics range from landscape design to natural history of California.
Upcoming Events
Author Talk: Dudleyas w/ Jeff Moore
Jeff Moore will be sharing about West Coast endemic Dudleya habitats from Oregon to the tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Learn about important conservation efforts and cultivation advice. Books will be available to purchase from the author.
In addition, after the talk, a potting station will be available with ticket purchase.
Edible Garden Workshop
Learn how to cultivate an edible garden using native plants!
Indigenous California – “We are Here”
Join us to discover the rich cultural history of the Acjachemen/Juañeno people in present day Orange County.
OUR MISSION
Mission
To embody the spirit of California in native plant culture.
Values
People. Places. Plants.
Be fair to everyone; customers, staff, suppliers, colleagues, & associates.
Work to preserve, restore, beautify, and celebrate California’s natural beauty everywhere..
Speak the language of California’s native plants and consistently propagate, produce, and provide them to the benefit of people and places.
Goals
Promote gardens in attractive accessible settings that showcase the essence of California’s natural beauty, so everyone can experience the authentic feel of our wild places.