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Thursday, March 3, 2011
Sonoma County Gardener's Resource Guide 2011
Each year, while publishing this guide to support Sonoma County garden businesses, I meet new people. Some are new to the industry and some are simply new to me. See that photograph on the cover? Having this image is the result of getting into a conversation with Joan Humberstone.
I was updating the information for Lone Pine Gardens, and we got to talking. One thing led to another while we chatted, so when I asked if she had any photographs of Lone Pine’s gardens, she sent me images that blew me away.
Not only are the gardens astoundingly beautiful, the quality of Joan’s photographs are impressive to say the least. So I asked for more, and high resolution, so I could publish some. She was the answer to my prayers. I wanted a beautiful garden on the cover this year, and I got one. Not just beautiful, but interesting beyond my expectations. Look at those plants!
I haven’t even met Joan in person, nor have I ever been to Lone Pine Gardens. But I’m going now! Joan is the bookkeeper for this business, Janet and Ian Price are the owners. This is an experience I have to have!
And there’s one of the great joys of gardening. Going to local nurseries is not at all like buying plants at home improvement stores. Many nurseries create gardens so you can see mature plants in their potential setting. After all, these nursery owners are what I call plant junkies. They fall in love with color, leaf shape, the wonder of shiny leaves, variegated leaves, pink, yellow, blue flowers. It goes on and on. It’s not just a business…it’s a passion.
And that’s what gardening is all about. In this year’s guide you’ll find articles written by professionals in their field...people who love what they do, and want to share what they know. From garden design to planting with natives, and building water features, these are people you want to get to know. They’ll spread joy into your garden. As Chuck Sackett of Apple Blossom Nursery says, “I’m one of the happiest people I know. After 39 years, this is still my hobby. How fortunate that I get to make a living doing this!”
For the FULL VERSION of the GUIDE - either click on the icon on the Gazette's Home page - or go to www.sonomacountynurseries.com.
Nurseries/Farms
Antiquarian & Florabunda
In the Log Cabin on B Street
Duncans Mills, CA 95430
707-865-9897
www.duncansmills.net/anfpage.html
A sweet little mini-nursery with interesting plants to suit our unique situations – deer & gopher resistant, drought, coast and shade-tolerant plants a specialty.
Bassignani’s Nursery
1841 Gravenstein Hwy So.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-3984
Open Everyday 9-5
www.bassignaninursery.com
Family-owned for over 40 years. We carry a wide selection of ornamental plants, as well as fruit trees, vegetables and seasonal color. Come to our monthly demonstrations!
Bohemian Herbals Nursery
5791 Bohemian Hwy.
Occidental, CA 95465
707-874-2241
7 days a week
I specialize in medicinal plants and offer a complete selection of herbal tinctures and glycerites, along with some infused oils & vinegars. You will also find one of a kind mosaic tile stepping stones for the garden.
Buckeye Nursery
2425 Old Adobe Rd
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-559-7081
Mon-Fri 8-5
www.buckeye-nursery.com
Broad selection of California native plants, Green Walls & meadow grasses. Feed birds and butterflies effortlessly. Create sustainable garden environments which use less water and require less maintenance.
Burbank Farm
Gold Ridge Experiment Farm
7781 Bodega Ave.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-481-3488
www.wschsgrf.org
Accessed through Burbank Heights and Orchards. Luther Burbank’s garden, open all year for self-guided tours. Docent led tours: call to reserve. Plant sales – Wednesdays, 9am to noon.
California Carnivores
2833 Old Gravenstein Hwy
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-824-0433
Thu-Mon 10-4
www.californiacarnivores.com
Since 1989, we have grown and sold the widest variety of carnivorous plants in the United States. All plants are commercially cultivated for either the curious beginner or the discriminating collector who wants the highest quality plants available at competitive prices.
California Flora Nursery
2990 Somers St
Fulton, Ca 95439
707-528-8813
Hours vary by season.
www.calfloranursery.com
An unconventional nursery devoted to natives and habitat gardening that has an exceptional diversity of offerings with attention to local needs, conditions, and sustainability. Most plants are propagated and grown on site. Our nursery is celebrating it’s 30th year!
Canfield Native Nursery
1369 Tilton Rd.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-3776
Native plants for environmental restoration. Call for info.
Celebrate Rhododendrons
12983 Bodega Hwy (near freestone turn-off)
Freestone, CA 95472
707-953-7776
EM: celebrate@sonic.net
Open Sat & Sun 10-4
Weather permitting: Open during prime Rhododendron season at our retail location on in Freestone. All plants grown locally. Stunning color – exceptional quality!
Center for Social and Environmental Stewardship
9619 Old Redwood Hwy.
Windsor, CA 95492
707-838-6641 Ext 244
By appointment only
www.cfses.org
We propagate California native plants for habitat restoration projects. In addition, our nursery provides native and drought tolerant plants for home-gardeners and landscapers for use in water-wise landscapes.
Cottage Gardens
3995 Emerald Drive
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-778-8025
Open Everyday 10-5
www.cottagegardensofpet.com
In Sonoma County for over 20 years, we are specialty growers focusing on Perennials, Roses, Clematis, Rhododendrons, Grasses, Succulents and Edibles, as well as offering a wide selection of Pottery, Garden Furniture, Trellises and Gifts.
Day Lilies by Judy Olsen
12421 Occidental Rd.
Sebastopol, Ca 95472
707-874-3963
Call before you come. Lilies in every color imaginable, all propagated by Judy.
Deer Meadow Bonsai
3700 Dear Meadow Ln.
Occidental, CA 95465
707-874-1679
By Appt. Only
www.jimgremel.com
Bonsai and related materials for the serious enthusiast.
Emerisa Gardens
555 Irwin Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
707-525-9644
Open March-October: Tue-Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4
www.emerisa.com
The retail nursery at Emerisa Gardens is family owned and grows over 2000 different varieties of plants. At Emerisa Gardens we are ready to help you make your garden not only beautiful, drought tolerant, deer resistant and habitat friendly, but sustainable too!
Enchanting Sweet Peas
707-829-5284
1-800-371-0233, Mail order only*
www.enchantingsweetpeas.com
Open House Sunday June 12th 10:30am-4:00pm. 900 North Gravenstein Highway (116) between Sandy’s Paints and Analy Vet in Sebastopol.
End of the Rainbow
17071 Hwy 116
Guerneville, CA 95446
707-869-1100
Specializing in bonsai, Japanese maple and hydroponics. Offering a unique selection of hand-picked plants. Lots of hyrdroponic materials.
EverMay Garden Center
301 Wilson Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-762-8187
www.evermaygardencenter.com
Open Tue – Sat 9-5, Sun 11-4
We specialize in perennials, premium grade roses, citrus and fruit trees, and a large variety of native shrubs and trees. We also carry organic veggies and herbs, and organic soils and fertilizers.
Garden Valley Ranch
498 Pepper Road
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-795-0919
www.gardenvalley.com
Specializes in the highest quality bare root (seasonal) and potted roses with over 1,000 varieties available year round. We also have a one-acre garden devoted to our Wedding site. Please call.
Garrett Ace Hardware/Country Store
1340 Healdsburg Ave
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707) 433-5593
Open Mon-Sat 7-6, Sun 8-6
www.garretthardware.com
Garrett Ace Hardware of Windsor
10540 Old Redwood Hwy
Windsor, CA 95492
(707) 433-6590
Open Mon-Sat 7-6, Sun 8-6
We pride ourselves in offering the highest levels of customer service and products that you need to tackle project around your house, all in one convenient store.
Geyserville Olive Tree Nursery
21699 Geyserville Ave.
Geyserville, CA 95441
707 857-4600
www.geyservilleolive.com
With an agricultural background, we can assist you in all aspects of farming, from propagation and tree selection to orchard development and orchard management. Stocks a selection of olive tree varieties from Italy, Spain, France, and Greece. Perennials, citrus, and veggies.
Greenery Nursery
16095 River Road
Guerneville, CA 95446
707-869-1000
A broad selection of plants and garden statuary. Seasonal. Call for hours.
Greenman Nursery
2833 Old Gravenstein Hwy So.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
415-710-2562 (cell)
415-663-8626 (ranch)
Sat & Sun or by appointment
Specializing in deciduous, flowering fruit & shade trees, ornamental grasses, herbs, vines, specimen plants, water plants, berry bushes. Organic, sustainable propagation.
Guerneville Road Ace Hardware
2551 Guerneville Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
707-525-8635
Mon–Sat 7-7, Sun 8–6
Wide selection of locally grown plants for sale throughout the year.
Hallberg Butterfly Gardens
8687 Oak Grove Avenue
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-3420
By Appt. Wed-Sunday, April - October
www.hallbergbutterflygardens.org
Check our calendar for our open garden days and tours. Please call to volunteer for pruning, weeding & planting!
Harmony Farm Supply
3244 Hwy. 116 North
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-9125
Mon-Sat 7:30-5, Sun 9-5
www.harmonyfarm.com
We do not sell any synthetically compounded pesticides or fertilizers and believe that food, flowers, ornamentals, and lawns can be grown organically without toxic materials.
Healdsburg Nursery
12950 Old Redwood Highway
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-8904
Open Everyday 9-5:30
www.healdsburgnursery.com
A complete full-service garden center that prides itself on the quality and selection of its products as well as friendly and professional staff who are available to assist you with your gardening needs.
Heron Fox Farm
1307 High Road
23830 Ft. Ross Rd
Cazadero, CA 95421
707-847-3320
www.heronfoxfarm.com
By Appt – CALL for Directions!
Native Plants & herbs, Veggie Starts, Mushrooms & Mushroom Logs & Spawn. Specializing in drought-tolerant, low maintenance plants for habitat restoration.
Hillside Landscaping & Nursery
4005 Bodega Avenue
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 763-6206
Sat. 10 – 2 or by Appt.
www.landscapingpetaluma.com
A full service landscaping company - we are also open to the public for plant sales on Saturdays. Weekdays - call first to make sure they aren’t out working!
Imwalle Gardens
685 W 3rd St
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
707-546-0279
Fruit, vegetables, dried fruit & nuts, etc. Locally grown vegetables and fruits in season. Bedding plants.
Instant Jungle Bamboo & Palm
503 W Railroad Ave
Cotati, CA 94931
707-794-8292
Mon-Fri 8-5
www.instantjunglenorcal.com
Over 40 bamboo varieties, including both Running and Clumping types for residential and commercial landscapes. Cold hearty palms. Deliveries and installations, removals and consultation.
Kings Nursery
1212 13th Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-542-4782
www.kingsflowernursery.com
Well-established nursery in downtown Santa Rosa. Broad selection of plants & materials. 80% of our plants are locally grown, 90% from the North Bay, 98% from California! Since 1896.
Landscapes Unlimited, Inc.
4330 Bodega Avenue
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-778-0136
WHOLESALE ONLY.
Sun to shade, an excellent resource for landscapers and small nurseries.
Le Ballister’s Seed & Fertilizer
1250 Sebastopol Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-526-6733
Mon-Fri 8:30-5
www.leballistersseed.com
Seeds of all kinds for flowers, grasses, agricultural cover crops, erosion control and pastures. Commercial & organic fertilizer.
Lone Pine Gardens
6450 Lone Pine Rd
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-5024
Thu-Sat 10-5
www.lonepinegardens.com
Specializes in Bonsai, Cacti, Succulents, and unusual ornamentals. Rock garden accent plants. Wholesale & retail.
Love Farms Certified Organic
Nursery: 1069 Grove St
Store: 126 North St.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
Nursery: 707-433-1230
Store: 707-433-6274
Mon-Sat 10-6
www.lovefarms.com
We sell vegetable starts and fruit plants for your garden, edible flowers, herbs and more. The store sells our fresh produce, salads, and herbs year-round, including fantastic homemade soups.
Mariposa Garden Magic
Northwest Santa Rosa
707-546-4386
By appointment only, Jana is a landscaper as well. Native Medicinal & Edible Plants attract Bees, Butterflies & Hummingbirds to your garden. Find year-round flowers and herbs and items for your Moon Garden!
MIX Garden Produce
1531 Healdsburg Ave.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-4327
Hours vary with season
www.mixgarden.com
We are a locally owned and operated produce company that sells to some of Sonoma County’s finest restaurants. We also retail quality vegetable starts and herbs that are an excellent value.
Momiji Japanese Maples
2765 Stony Point Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-528-2917
Winter hours by appt only
www.momijinursery.com
The broadest selection of Japanese maples you’ll find anywhere. Wide variety of maples are propagated on the property.
Mostly Natives
27235 Highway One
Tomales, CA 94971
707-878-2009
Wed-Sat 10-4, Sun 11-4
www.mostlynatives.com
We are a small retail nursery located in the northwest corner of Marin County, with a wide variety of native and non-native perennials, grasses, shrubs, and trees. Plants are available in small pots and one gallons. A few trees and shrubs are available in larger containers. We grow our own stock, so some plants are in limited supply.
My Wild Iris Rows
4919 Rincon Ave
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
707-537-7346
www.mywildirisrows.com
Bearded Iris varieties available online or by mail from April through August 15th. All orders are shipped July-September. Limited varieties available for landscapers.
NeveRoses II
4288 Bodega Ave.
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-766-7673
Fresh cut roses and flowers for retail. Some times we have too many flowers for shops, so if you need fresh flowers, give us a call before you stop by. All flowers grown on-premises in greenhouses.
Nor Cal Growers
2100 Pleasant Hill Rd
Sebastopol, CA 95472
Open Spring weekends from 9-5
www.norcalgrowers.com
norcalgrowers@hotmail.com
Family owned plant nursery that specializes in ornamentals, fruit trees, vegetable and banana plants all grown without the use if chemicals.
North Coast Native Nursery
2700 Chileno Valley Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-769-1213
www.northcoastnativenursery.com
Open year round, check our website for seasonal hours and directions.
Propagators of regional California natives for water wise and sustainable landscapes, wildlife habitat and hedgerows, living roofs, and edible gardens. Wholesale to the trade, and directly to customers.
Occidental Arts & Ecology Ctr
15290 Coleman Valley Road
Occidental, CA 95465
707-874-1557 x.201
www.oaec.org
Plant Sales & Tours: April 9 & 10, April 30 & May 1, August 20 & 21. “Second Chance” Sale the weekend after each Plant Sale (no tours). Please check our web site for other tours and classes in permaculture, water harvesting, school gardens and more.
Passanisi Nursery
8270 Petaluma Hill Road
Penngrove, CA 94951
(707) 792-2674
Wed. 10-5, Thur 10-4, Fri-Sun 10-5
Largest Tropical Houseplant Selection in Northern California
Peacock Horticultural Nursery
4296 Gravenstein Hwy S.
Sebastopol, CA95472
707-291-0547
peacockhorticulturalnursery.com
Hours vary by season – call
Unusual and hard-to-find plants, plus unique plants of rare beauty and interest. Penngrove Growers Nursery
9740 Old Redwood Hwy
Penngrove, CA 94951
707-795-4043
Hour vary by season
www.penngrovenursery.com
Retail nursery and grower. Acres of plants grown for our climate zone.Selection, quality and plant knowledge, all at a fair price, all year long.
Pond & Garden Nursery
6225 Stony Point Road
Cotati, CA 94931
707-792-9141
www.pondandgardennursery.com
Emphasis on ponds, dwarf conifers, koi, and other pond-dwelling fish & critters. Pond supplies, cleaning and maintenance, aquatic plants.
Prickett’s Nursery
5173 Sonoma Hwy
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
www.prickettsnursery.com
Mon - Sat 9 - 5:30, Sun 9 - 5
A wide selection of indoor & outdoor plants, vegetables, pottery, statuary, home & garden gifts and decor, quality soil amendments & fertilizers, and everything else you need to create and maintain a beautiful garden!
Redtail Nursery
8759 W. Dry Creek Rd.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-3528
We sell flowers, potted plants, succulents, and more, all grown in the beautiful Dry Creek Valley. Visit us at the Healdsburg and Windsor Farmers’ Markets for wonderful flowers, & fresh produce.
Rose & Thorn
10050 Bodega Hwy
Sebastopol, CA 95473
707-823-9467
www.roseandthornca.com
3 miles west of Sebastopol. Specializing in perennials and roses. Garden furniture, pottery, wind chimes and many lovely items to decorate your yard and garden. Bring your children to see our pygmy goats and lovely chickens!
R-Trees
4650 Arlington Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-586-1137
www.rtrees.com
Mon-Fri 7:30-5, Sat 7:30-4
Wholesale, on-site nursery. Trees, shrubs, perennials & grasses. Our goal is to provide the highest quality plant material at competitive prices in an atmosphere of courtesy, respect and professionalism.
Russian River Rose Co.
1685 Magnolia Dr.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-7455
April & May, Sat & Sun 10-5 and By Appointment
www.russian-river-rose.com
Over 650 varieties of Roses & 100 kinds of Irises in a beautifully landscaped setting. The collection showcases the wide range of this Queen of the Flowers: from ancient roses to recent introductions; native species to highly hybridized ones; GIANT shed-eating climbers to micro-minis and many rare collector roses.
Sanz Shop & Nursery
64 Brookside Drive
Cloverdale, CA 95425
(707) 894-7711
M-F, 9 -6, Sat 9 - 4
www.sanzshopandnursery.com
A wide array of plants and lawn accessories. Family-owned-and-operated. Landscaping services & nursery.
Sequoyah Ridge Nursery
7647 Occidental Rd.
Occidental, CA 95465
707-824-1482
By Appt. Only
www.bambooridgenursery.com
Specializes in bamboo to the wholesale trade. Over 200 varieties of bamboo. Retail customers, please inquire.
Sonoma County Jail Gardens
2254 Ordinance Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
707-525-8310
Open to the public all year: Tue-Fri 9-1 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Plants grown by inmates. 100% of sales revenue for Agriculture Vocational Education program. No cash. Checks only. PLANT SALES: April 2nd, & May 7th from 9am to 12 noon. Bring your own cart. ALSO: wooden planters, picnic tables, BBQ rings. NEEDED: plant containers, books & magazines.
Sonoma Horticultural Nursery
3970 Azalea Ave
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-6832
Open all year, Thu-Mon 9-5
www.sonomahort.com
A remarkable property with acres of gardens to wander. Shade tolerant plants a specialty. Azaleas, Rhododendrons, ferns and more - meander along the path to see!
Sonoma Valley Wholesale Nursery
19655 Arnold Drive
Sonoma, California 95476
Yard: (707) 815-8600
Office: (707) 938-1196
www.sonomavalleynursery.com
Small, locally-owned wholesale nursery dedicated to the practice of growing sustainable plant material using only organic methods. We specialize in plants and trees particularly suited to thrive in the California wine country’s wet winters and long dry summers.
Stumptown Nursery
15654 River Rd
Guerneville, CA 95446
707-869-3082
Open Sun-Fri CLOSED Saturdays.
Dorothy Hagan carries a wide selection of garden amendments, annuals and perennials and shade tolerant plants.
Sumigawa Nursery
8049 Gravenstein Hwy
Cotati, CA 94931
707-795-5467
Thurs-Mon 10- 5, Sun 10-4 Closed Tues wed
Bonsai nursery, wide assortment, varies per season, bonsai containers, tools,& pottery.
Urban Tree Farm Nursery
3010 Fulton Rd
Fulton, CA 95439
707-544-4446
www.urbantreefarm.com
Mon & Wed-Sat 8-5, Sun 10-05
Countless varieties of shrubs, grasses, vines, fruit and ornamental trees to consumers and landscapers. We deliver throughout Northern,CA
Vintage Gardens
4130 Gravenstein Hwy. N
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-829-2035
www.vintagegardens.com
Antique and Extraordinary Roses – mail order only except for their Open Garden in April/May at their home garden.
Walker Avenue Nursery
Wholesale Ornamental and Native Pond Plants
www.walkeravenuenursery.com
Deliveries or sales by appointment 707-585-7865
Walker Avenue Nursery is an independent, family owned and operated wholesale nursery in Santa Rosa. We grow hundreds of native and ornamental pond plants irrigated with 100% recycles water and free of synthetic sprays and fertilizers. Water lilies available year round. Special orders welcome.
West County Oasis Bamboo
3525 Stony Point Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-585-7415
EM: WestCountyBamboo@gmail.com
www.West County.Bamboo.com
200 varieties of bamboo in stock – so far – on five acres. Rhizome barriers and containers available. Information, consultation and removal services.
West County Community Seed Bank
Meets the last Saturday of the month except Nov & Dec, from 10am-1pm.
Location changes, check website:
westcountyseedbank.blogspot.com
The Community Seed bank is a network of seed savers creating a repository of free, locally grown, open pollinated, organic, non GMO seed. We share seed saving techniques, swap plants and seeds, and exchange ideas and information. There is a class from 10:30-11:30. Everything is offered for free, everyone is invited.
Wildwood Farm Nursery & Gardens
10300 Hwy 12
Kenwood, Ca 95452
707-833-1161
Tues 9:30 - 3 p.m. Wed – Sun 9 – 3:30. Hours lengthen as the season progresses.
www.wildwoodmaples.com
Where Art & Nature Meet - Three acres of nursery, mature display gardens and chef’s garden. Our gardens showcase original art by several of California’s finest artists. Nursery inventory includes: dogwoods, Asian maples, specialty trees and shrubs with the emphasis on new and unusual. Our ‘edible’ plant section is expanding and we offer organic veggie starts in season. Classes & workshops
Willowside School Nursery
5285 Hall Road
Corner of Willowside and Hall rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Every 3 weeks – 9-2
We have a great variety of perennials including roses, grasses, Japanese maples, redwoods, and Bonsai crabapples as well as a multitude of succulents and some unusual plants. Prices: $1 - 4” pot, $3 - 1 gal., $7-10 – 5 gal. We accept plant containers for reuse. Call Jan Lochner, 569 - 4724, with questions or donations. Rain does not cancel PLANT SALES: March 19, April 9 & 30, May 21, June 11, July 2
Landscape Supplies
Absolute Statuary
2227 Gravenstein Hwy So.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-5039
www.absolutehomeandgarden.com
A vast array of pottery, garden furniture and fountains.
Aurora Colors
10 Enterprise Drive, Suite D
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
707-588-1200
www.auroracolors.com
Mon-Fri, 9-5-, Sat, 10- 2-, Closed Sunday
Gift Shop, Custom Stained Glass Mosaics & Lighting, Table, Fountains, Stepping Stones, Artistic Lighting, Torchieres, Repairs & restoration, Workshops & Classes, Art Glass Tools & Supplies
Beekind Honey Shop and Beekeeping Supplies
921 Gravenstein Hwy. South
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-824-2905
Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 10-4
www.beekind.com
Order Bees Now and take advantage of our beekeeping supplies sales thru March 31st. Free Introduction to beekeeping classes. Award winning honeys at our unique tasting bar. Get creative with our books and candle making supplies. Brahman Sand & Rock Products
7861 Hwy 116
Forestville, CA 95436
707-887-2218
We deliver Calls 2, Road base, Drain Rock, Sand & gravel, Fill
Canyon Rock Quarry
Hwy 116 west of Forestville
Forestville, CA 95472
707-887-2207
Mon–Fri 8–5, Sat until noon
Blue shale rick quarry specializing in a variety of gravel products and large landscape rocks. Their crushed Quarter Minus makes especially good path material that allows water to seep through to the soil, yet discouraged weed growth and is smooth enough to sweep and walk with bare feet.
Deep Roots Garden Supply
2661 Old Gravenstein Hwy, Ste. E
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-829-ROOT (7668)
830 Perry Lane
Petaluma, CA 94954-5320
707-776-2800
www.deeprootshydro.com
Supplier of quality hydroponic and soil gardening products for both indoor and outdoor enthusiasts. Knowledgeable staff, complete selection, and competitive prices.
Fulwider Outdoor Power Equip.
2201-M Bluebell Dr
Santa Rosa, Ca 95403
707-528-0992
Sales & Service of outdoor power equipment – mobile repair available.
Grab N’ Grow Soil Products
2759 Llano Rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-575-7275
www.grabngrowsoil.com
Mon.-Fri 7-4:30; Sat 8-4
Operating for a half century, we produce premium, hand-crafted soil, compost and mulch to meet the needs of farmers, landscapers, and gardeners, offering bulk and bag sales at our Llano Road location and bags in select retail outlets. Look for our signature product, Mango Mulch™ Organic Compost, a fertilizer and soil conditioner, and two companion products, Julious’ Choice™ potting soil for 1-5-gallon containers, and Marlene’s Magic™ Garden Mix, perfect for vegetables and flowers. Visit our web site for a complete list of all our products and participating retail stores. Free knowledge and tips for healthy and sustainable gardens. Tree, brush & yard waste drop-off 7am-4pm Monday - Friday, Saturday 8am-3:30pm - Don’t forget, loads MUST be tarped - IT’S THE LAW!
Heritage Salvage
1473 Petaluma Blvd. South
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-762-6277
www.heritagesalvage.com
Reclaimed building materials, for your garden and home. From ironwork to boards for raise beds…we have function as well as artistry to create your own GREEN environment.
H & M Landscape Materials Inc
2030 Llano Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-545-3227
www.hmlandscapematerials.com
Open Mon-Sat.
Delivery. Over 70 different sizes, shapes and types of rock and pebbles, sand in bulk and sacks, over 30 sizes and shapes of bricks arid 40 sizes and shapes of stepping-stones.
I-Roc Landscaping Materials
1148 S. Cloverdale Blvd.
Cloverdale, CA 95425
707-894-2879
Open Mon-Sat 8:00-5:00, Sundays – spring
Offering a wide selection of sand, soil, rock, and bark. All soils are tested. Homeowners and contractors welcome.
MIX Garden Materials
1531 Healdsburg Ave.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-4327
Open M-F 8:30-5, Sat. 8:30-4
Hours vary with season
www.mixgarden.com
Garden and landscape supply center features OMRI-listed compost & hand crafted soil mixes developed with some of the highest quality materials available. We also carry a wide range of bulk sand, rock, gravel, bark and mulch products.
Pearson Trucking
Steve Pearson
Forestville, CA
707-529-4426
Licensed Contractor. Skid Steer, Dump Truck, Water Truck for potable water. We have a broad range of services for gardener to landscapers.
Robinson Trucking
Leroy Robinson
Guerneville, CA
707-529-8713
Need 5-Yard loads of Topsoil, Compost, Mulch, Gravel & Rock? We haul from the source and dump at your site. In business in the Russian River area since 1973.
SBI Landscape Material
10540 Old Redwood Hwy
Windsor, CA 95492
M-F 6:30-5, Sa 8-4
1000 River Road
Fulton, CA 95439
707-284-8989
M-F 7:30-4:30, Sa 8-4
www.sbimaterials.com
Locally owned: Building materials, landscape supplies, general engineering. We carry extensive selections of pavers, flagstone, premium soil blends, retaining walls, brick, block & more! We specialize in: Water conserving techniques & supplies -’Green’ conscious materials - natural stone products.
Sebastopol Hardware
660 Gravenstein Hwy N.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-7688
Mon-Sat 7-6, Sun 9-5
www.sebastopolhardware.com
Just about everything you need to maintain your home yard & pets! Our staff has many years of experience both doing maintenance jobs and helping customers with their projects. Look around for anyone in a red shirt and ask.
Sebastopol Tractor Co., Inc.
6828 Depot St.
Sebastopol, Ca 95472
707-829-5671
Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 9-4:30
www.sebastopoltractor.net
“The equipment store that has it all!” We sell & service STIHL powerful, lightweight, and versatile handheld outdoor power equipment for homeowners and professional users. Since 1984.
Sequoia Landscape Material
1330 King Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-527-5512
www.sequoiascape.com
Open Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-4
Whether it be a bucket of sand for the kids’ sand box, soil for your garden, or commercial loads for your construction site, we are here to meet all your needs and within your time frame. If you need garden gloves, hats, bird feeders, tools or just a special gift for your garden, stop by and see our showroom.
Shamrock Landscape Material
8150 Gravenstein Hwy
Cotati, CA 94931
707-792-4695
www.shamrockmat.com
Open Mon-Fri 7-4, Sat 8-2
Shamrock is a major supplier of natural stone, brick, concrete block, pavers, and concrete accessories to the masonry and landscape professionals throughout Northern California.
Sonoma Compost
550 Meacham Road
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-664-9113
Mon-Sat 7-3pm
www.sonomacompost.com
Premium quality organic compost and mulch from 100% recycled organics. Our soil products are used by Sonoma County’s most prestigious grape growers, organic farmers, backyard gardeners and professional landscapers. We also sell recycled lumber and firewood.
SonoMarin Landscape Materials
2500 Petaluma Blvd. N.
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-762-0505
Mon-Fri 7-5, Sa 8-4
www.sonomarinmaterials.com
Soil, bark, sod, sand, stone & decorative rock. Delivery available.
Stony Point Rock Quarry/Soils Plus
7171 Stony Point Road
Cotati, CA 94931
707-795-1775
4343 Stage Gulch Rd.
Sonoma, CA
707-996-3400
www.sprqinc.com
Mon-Fri, 7 – 3:30
Rock and soil products to consumers and contractors for over 100 years. A variety of construction-grade aggregate products and various top soil mixes.
The Seed Bank
199 Petaluma Blvd. North
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-509-5171
Mon – Fri 9:00-5:00, Sun 9:30-5:00
www.rareseeds.com
We offer over 1,400 varieties of heirloom seeds, garlic, tools, books, and hundreds of local hand-made gifts and food items. Remember—everything we offer is pure, natural, and non-GMO!
The Shop
6542 Front Street
Forestville, CA 95436
707-887-2280
Mon-Fri 10–6, Sat 10 – 5
Indoor gardening supplies: dry amendments, soils, and liquid organic nutrients and personal support.
Thrive Hydroponics
70-A West North Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-4068
Mon-Fri 10-6 Sat 10—5:30 Sun 11 - 4
www.thrivehydro.com
Hydroponics products for the hobbyist to large commercial growers. From propagation to complete indoor systems.
West County Herb Co.
3641 Main Street
Occidental, CA 95465
707-874-9567
www.westcountyherb.com
Your source for locally grown herbs and teas, as well as a lending library of books on herbs and teas and books for sale. Garden plants: an unusual variety of medicinal and culinary herbs.
Wheeler Zamaroni
3500 Petaluma Hill Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-543-8400
www.wzsupply.com
Landscape material and stone supplier. Natural and fabricated stone. Products include building materials, decorative rock, pavers, manufactured stone, soil, mulch, compost and TerraPave, an environmentally friendly paving material.
Wild Bird Center
1161 Yulupa Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
707-526-4323
www.wildbird.com/santarosa
Mon-Sat 9:30-6:30, Sun 11:00-5:00
We carry the highest quality bird feeders, houses, seed, baths, hardware, optics, plus unique accessories that enhance your backyard bird feeding experience.
Wild Birds Unlimited
71 Brookwood Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-576-0861
Mon - Sat: 10 - 6, Sun: 11 - 4
We pride ourselves on being able to give you the most accurate information and knowledge about your local birds. We are trained to show you how to turn your yard into a birdfeeding habitat that not only brings song, color and life to your home, but also benefits the wild birds and the environment in your area.
Wyatt Irrigation
747 Yolanda Ave.
Santa Rosa CA. 95404
707-578-3747
Mon-Fri 6:30-5:00, Sat 8-1
1016 Lakeville Street
Petaluma CA. 94952
Mon-Fri 6:30-5:00, Sat 7-12
www.wyattsupply.com
At Wyatt Irrigation Supply, we’re all about connection. We provide superior custom designs and products that connect people, animals, and plants to water – that essential life source we all share. We use our many years of experience and knowledge to connect our customers to the best quality, most cost-effective products made for each specific job.
Landscape Services
Allen Land Design
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
707-526-3177
www.allenlanddesign.com
Healthy and vibrant landscapes inspire healthy and vibrant lifestyles. Our philosophy of enhancing the lives of present and future generations through our work is grounded in the concepts of sustainability.
Apple Blossom Nursery
896 Hurlbut Ave
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-829-1906
www.appleblossomnursery.com
More than 30 years experience designing award-winning gardens.
AP Rainwater Harvesting & Graywater Gardens
4488 Stoetz Lane
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-874-9460
mamazon@sonic.net
www.aprainwaterharvesting.com
We are dedicated to addressing residential, commercial and agricultural solutions to water issues by providing rainwater harvesting and graywater management solutions, atmospheric water generation and advanced filtration technologies.
Attune Landscapes
Sebastopol, CA 95472
(707) 823-7355
www.attunelandscapes.com
Landscaping, ponds & waterfall installation, maintenance. We strive to create gardens that are functional and stimulating to the senses.
Blue Hill Design
707-829-2455
www.bluehilldesign.shorturl.com
SCG Gail’s Garden columnist, natural landscapes a specialty, classes at Bassignani’s Nursery in Sebastopol.
Bohan & Canelis General Engineering
4800 Cazadero Hwy
PO Box 186
Cazadero, CA 95421
707-632-5708
www.bcgeinc.com
Site Preparations, Excavating & Grading, Septic System Installations, Driveways & Building pads, Materials & Equipment Transportation. Lic. # 829905
Creative Environments
1550 Gravenstein Hwy. South
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707 827-7980
www.creativeenvironments.biz
We offer complete hardscape capabilities—including concrete, masonry, and carpentry—there is virtually no limit to what we can create in your garden.
Cricket Landscapes
Susan Garbert
707-753-1575
www.cricketscapes.com
Edible gardens, herbal sanctuaries and wild bird habitats. Rainwater harvesting and rain gardens. Connecting with the land existentially. Recycle your lawn in place into living soil.
David Beazlie, BSLA
707 887-7042
www.beazliedesigns.com
David Beazlie designs gardens that match the clients’ taste, interests, needs, and budget. His garden designs restore soil to health, sustain birds and butterflies and provide humans with climate resilient, beautiful edible landscapes. He creates water-conserving gardens of California native plants.
Details Landscape Art
Scott Bradley
www.detailslandscapeart.com
Landscape design and installation services. We take a great deal of pride in our work, and our landscaping reflects a commitment to our clients and to our art.
Fine Tree Care
707-874-2018
www.SonomaTree.com
Our friendly well-trained crews perform the finest quality tree trimming for residential and commercial interests. Our services include country estate maintenance, view-shed restoration, solar enhancement, vegetation management plan implementation, removal of very large hazardous trees, and the complete range of professional tree care services. Arborists reports for homeowners and a Registered Professional Forester for our timberland owners. Fully licensed and insured for your protection.
Forestville Design Landscaping
Gerald Dodson
707-887-7904
www.forestvilledesign.com
Both design and installation that takes advantage of our wonderful climate. From summer outdoor living, to the beauty of a winter garden. Open garden by appointment
Garden Art
Graton, CA 95444
707-824-8138
www.sonomacountygardenart.com
A Custom Landscape Service …includes creative design, the latest water-saving techniques, green installation & organic garden care.
Garden of Ease Landscaping & Design
Sebastopol, CA
707-479-9011
Ofc: 707-824-0478
gardenofease.com
Design, installation & maintenance - specializing in edible gardens. From small gardens & properties to large projects over many acres, we design, build and maintain gardens that have purpose as well as beauty. Irrigation systems. Property Management.
Gardening by the Moon
Divine Inspiration Publications
PO Box 2503, Guerneville CA 95446
707-869-3974
www.gardeningbythemoon.com.
Planting guide and garden activities based on the phase and sign of the moon. Presented in an easy to use calendar format. Available at many local nurseries, natural food stores and bookstores.
Gardens of the Wine Country
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
707-538-5120
www.gardensofthewinecountry.com
Landscape management and maintenance of high quality commercial sites, fine homes, estates, winery grounds, country inns or bed and breakfast properties. Full spectrum of landscape services .
GardenWeaver Design
707-829-3432
www.gardenweaver.com
Jani Weaver. Creating low maintenance gardens with year-round interest. Specializing in conifers and maples.
Gardenworks, Inc.
20325 Geyserville Ave.
Geyserville , CA 95441
707 857-2050 or 707 433-7368
www.gardenworks-inc.com
Designing, building and enhancing quality landscapes. We strive excellence by collaborating with our customers to tailor individual tastes and needs.
Geared for Growing Landscapes
12020 Old Redwood Hwy
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-473-4333
Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30
www.gearedforgrowing.com
Award-winning landscape design/construction, maintenance – water features, lighting, outdoor kitchens, patios residential. Come see our demonstration gardens.
Gene Kunit & Associates
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-824-0404
www.genekunit.com
Specializes in all aspects of landscape planning: from site evaluation and inventory, budget setting and completion schedules, to technical solutions for existing problems.
Graton Day Labor Center
2981 Bowen St.
Graton, CA 95444
707-829-1864
www.gratondaylabor.org
Mon-Sat 6:30-11:00am, Sun 8:00-1:00 pm; Call the Center even after these hiring hours, workers stick around for work, sometimes until 3:00 pm.
We’ll find the right person to do your job. From trained pruners to garden diggers and tillers, workers are qualified individuals and our process is convenient- as reported on employer feedback cards.
Hillside Landscape Design
4005 Bodega Avenue
Petaluma, CA 94952
707-763-6206
Sat. 10 – 2 or by Appt.
www.landscapingpetaluma.com
A full service landscaping company specializing in GREEN landscape design, walkways, patios, stonework, concrete, garden walls and more. Nursery includes Japanese maples and specimen-sized plants.
Joe Monte Landscapes
10300 Hwy 12
Kenwood, CA 95452
415-342-2071
www.joemontelandscapes.com
Transforms small and large settings into spaces that blend natural landscape with garden elements. Member of USGBC’s Emerging Green Builders of water efficient garden. LEED AP
Judy Olin Landscape Design
707-938-4021
www.jolinlandscapedesign.com
I’ve designed gardens of all sizes and styles from serene courtyards to country estates filled with meadow grasses, habitat gardens, no-lawn, drought-tolerant urban front yards, and edible gardens. I work passionately to ensure that my clients have beautiful and satisfying outdoor environments.
Kate Anchordoguy Landscape, Inc.
Sebastopol, CA 95473
707-546-8500
www.landscapekate.com
A full service landscape contracting business specializing in residential design/build projects. Kate has an excellent reputation and many local references because of her hard-working and efficient crew. Bonded & insured.
Keith Bouldin, Gardening Consulting
707-546-7287
email: dukenrat@sonic.net
Professional gardener offers side-by-side advice as you learn what works best in your own garden.
Kim Kabot Landscape Specialist
Sebastopol, CA 95473
707-236-0968
www.kimscapes.com
Consultations, Coaching, Design - Installation, Fine Garden Care Kim has over 17 years of experience bring you a wide range of knowledge. Taking you and your garden from concept through completion and she can help you care for your garden too. Whether your project is big or small. Clients comment about her experience, reliability, working within your budget, plant choices and good humor. Bringing your dreams to reality.
Magic Tree Service
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-338-6178
Dudley Strassburg
email: magic-tree-service@gmail.com
The GREENEST tree service anywhere!
MIX Garden Inc.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
396-0716
www.mixgarden.com
We are a design and installation company of harmonious garden and landscape spaces built on quality and care that endures as your garden matures. Our garden and landscape creations are detail oriented and meticulously designed outdoor living areas that reflect the tastes and experiences of its owner.
Pacific Open Space, Inc.
PO Box 660.
Petaluma, CA 94953
707-769-1213
www.pacificopenspace.com
An environmental restoration firm specializing in the management and enhancement of California native plant and wildlife communities. Dedicated to supporting landholders achieve their goals in ecological restoration, property maintenance and native landscaping.
Planet Horticulture Landscape Design & Construction
6600 Front St.
Forestville, CA 95436
415 827 4342
www.planethorticulture.com
Planet Horticulture is a Bay Area landscape and garden design studio creating amazing landscapes that are creatively brilliant, environmentally intelligent and ecologically friendly. We specialize in natural habitat management, promotion of bio-diversity, and making landscapes people friendly.
Pacific Landscapes, Inc
Post Office Box 481
Sebastopol, CA 95473
(707) 829 – 8064
www.pacificlandscapes.com
Organic based eco-friendly practices for North Bay Commercial Landscape Management Industry. We have pioneered practical and affordable procedures to promote nature’s biological systems to restore soil tilth, provide soil fertility and manage pest and disease without the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Soil testing, consultation and soil regeneration services are available in addition to commercial maintenance and management.
Sandborn Tree Service
707- 579-2990
119 Morris Street
707-823-9144
www.sandborntree.com
Complete tree care provider. Consulting, Cable Bracing, Tree Removal, Pruning, Brush Chipping, Stump Removal, Deep Root Fertilizing, Vegetation Maintenance, Wildfire Preparedness, Emergency Tree Work, Arborist Reports
SeeScape Landscaping
4650 Arlington Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-584-3699
Sonoma County Master Gardeners
133 Aviation Blvd, Ste 109
Santa Rosa, Ca 95401
707-565-2608
Mon-Fri mornings
www.sonomamastergardeners.org
Classes held by Master Gardeners. Please visit our web site for information and schedules. ALSO: see the Gazette’s monthly Gardeners Calendar where our classes are listed.
Sonoma County Water Agency
404 Aviation Boulevard
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
707-547-1927
Mon-Fri 8-5
www.sonomacountywater.org
Our web site features a wealth of information on drought tolerant plants and low water garden practices.
Sweetwater Landscape
Forestville, CA 95436
707-887-0140
www.sweetwaterlandscapeinc.com
Certified Aquascape Contractor, Qualified Water Effecient Landscape (QWEL) – Pondless Wateralls – Ecosystem Ponds – Rainwater Harvesting – Landscape Installation and Design. We build your Paradise, Fulfilling our Clients’ Dreams and exceeding their Expectations.
Wild Rose Garden Co.
Becky Wells Sustainable Garden Consultant and Designer
www.wildrosegardenco.com
707-887-1530
Specializes in creating beautiful and sustainable gardens using ornamental and edible plants in balance with the natural environment.
Yoga for Gardeners
Gail Dubinsky, M.D.
1205 Gravenstein Hwy S.
Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-829-7596
www.rxyoga.com
Promotes strength, flexibility, body mechanics, ergonomics and mindfulness with special relevance for gardening, and also serves as a delightful beginner level DVD.