Native Plant Organizations in California

Creates parks and protects land for people, with focus on native ecosystems and urban green spaces nationwide.

Turtle Bay Nursery propagates and sells California native plants, Mediterranean-climate species, and drought-tolerant perennials on-site. They offer guided garden walks, educational programs, and contract growing services.

UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden is a university-affiliated garden featuring diverse plant collections and educational resources.

UC Davis Extension Master Gardener program serving California communities with research-based gardening information.

UC Master Gardeners demonstration garden featuring native California plants designed for low maintenance, education, and wildlife habitat. Located in San Carlos with public access and regular volunteer-led tours and workshops.

UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden conserves and shares Mediterranean-climate plants, demonstrating biodiversity and water-wise landscaping strategies while serving as a public model for drought-tolerant gardening.

Uptown Native Plant Garden is a native plant garden located in the Hillcrest/Uptown area of San Diego focused on cultivating and promoting native plants.

Non-profit nursery specializing in native pollinator-friendly plants, dedicated to preserving local flora and improving biodiversity in the Bay Area through habitat restoration and community engagement.

Wild Ones chapter promoting native plants in San Diego County.

Fresno Metro Ministry operates community gardens and an urban farm incubator providing land access, education, and resources for growing fresh local produce in food-insecure neighborhoods.