Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Cactus & Succulent Plants in San Anselmo, CA
Cactus Jungle is a retail nursery and garden center that has served the San Francisco Bay Area since 2002. Originally established in Berkeley and now based in San Anselmo, California, we specialize in cultivating and offering a diverse selection of cacti, succulents, low-water grasses, drought-tolerant bamboos, and California native plants. Our founders, Hap Hollibaugh and Peter Lipson, bring over 30 years of combined expertise in growing and curating these unique plant varieties. We pride ourselves on providing expert guidance, comprehensive resources, and hands-on support to help customers successfully integrate these plants into their gardens and homes. Our services extend beyond plant sales to include full xeriscape design, container gardening solutions, and specialized maintenance for both residential and commercial spaces.We are committed to sustainability, offering eco-friendly practices such as soil conditioning and repotting services. Our knowledgeable staff ensures every customer receives personalized attention, including free transplants when purchasing plants and pots together. Recognized for our exceptional inventory and service, we have been featured in the San Francisco Chronicle and consistently receive positive feedback for our organized displays and educational resources. Our frequent buyer rewards program and community engagement through blog updates further demonstrate our dedication to fostering a thriving plant-loving community. Through decades of experience and a passion for arid-landscape horticulture, we continue to be a trusted resource for both novice and experienced gardeners across the Bay Area.
Services
Garden Design
Succulent Sales
Container Gardening
Cactus Pruning
Plant Removal
Repotting Services
Soil Conditioning
Garden Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of expertise in cultivating cacti and succulents for Bay Area climates.
- Our knowledgeable staff provides free transplant services and educational plant care resources.
- We specialize in sustainable xeriscaping and low-water garden design solutions.
- Our frequent buyer rewards program offers long-term value for repeat customers.
- We serve both residential and commercial clients across the entire San Francisco Bay Area.
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Beautiful selection
Helpful manuals
Free transplant service
Great point system
Services
Garden Design
Our full xeriscape design services create sustainable, low-water gardens tailored to Bay Area climates. We specialize in integrating cacti, succulents, and drought-tolerant plants into functional outdoor spaces. Our team provides site visits, planting proposals, and installation guidance for residential and commercial properties.
Succulent Sales
We offer an extensive selection of cacti, succulents, and drought-tolerant plants grown specifically for Marin County conditions. Our inventory includes rare varieties, air plants, and carnivorous plants suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. Each purchase includes care instructions and planting advice.
Container Gardening
Our container gardening solutions create versatile planting options for balconies, decks, and small spaces. We specialize in succulent arrangements and bamboo privacy screens in custom-sized containers. Services include plant selection, potting, and ongoing maintenance advice.
Cactus Pruning
Professional cactus pruning services ensure safe and proper maintenance of large or overgrown specimens. Our experts handle pruning requirements for both residential and commercial properties across the Bay Area, promoting healthy growth and aesthetic appeal.
Garden Coaching
Personalized garden coaching sessions help customers understand plant care requirements and selection strategies. We provide hands-on guidance for maintaining drought-tolerant gardens and indoor plant collections, including watering techniques and soil management practices.
People
Hap Hollibaugh
Co-Owner
With over 30 years of experience cultivating cacti and succulents in the Bay Area, Hap brings deep expertise in arid-landscape horticulture. He specializes in sustainable gardening solutions and plant selection for Mediterranean climates.
Peter Lipson
Co-Owner
Peter has dedicated three decades to growing and curating drought-tolerant plant collections for Bay Area gardens. His expertise includes xeriscaping techniques and creating customized container arrangements for residential spaces.
Questions
What types of plants do you specialize in?
We specialize in cacti, succulents, low-water grasses, drought-tolerant bamboos, and California native plants. Our inventory includes both common and rare varieties suitable for indoor and outdoor environments.
Do you offer garden design services?
Yes, we provide full xeriscape design and installation services tailored to Bay Area climates. Our team creates sustainable, low-water landscapes featuring cacti, succulents, and drought-tolerant plants.
What are your store hours?
We're open Wednesday-Friday 10:00 AM-4:30 PM, Saturday-Sunday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and major holidays including New Year's Day and Christmas.
Do you provide plant care advice?
Yes, our knowledgeable staff offers free educational resources and personalized guidance on plant care, watering techniques, and soil requirements for all purchased plants.
Can you help with large cactus maintenance?
We offer professional cactus pruning services for both residential and commercial properties. Our experts safely handle pruning and maintenance of large or overgrown specimens.
Do you deliver plants or offer shipping?
While we primarily operate as a retail nursery, we offer container gardening solutions that can be customized for delivery within the San Francisco Bay Area.
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