Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Subtropical Plants and Landscaping in Vacaville
Palm Island Nursery has been Northern California's premier source for subtropical plants since 1996. Specializing in rare and exotic species including cycads, palms, and ornamental trees, we combine decades of horticultural expertise with personalized service to transform properties into lush landscapes. Our team offers comprehensive solutions from plant selection and design to installation and delivery, serving residential and commercial clients across California.With a 28-acre showcase garden featuring award-winning designs, we provide both inspiration and expertise for creating unique outdoor spaces. Our commitment to quality extends to our extensive inventory, professional consultations, and specialized crane services for large specimen installations.
Services
Plant Nursery
Landscape Design
Tree Installation
Crane Services
Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have 28 years of experience creating award-winning landscapes
- Our full-service approach covers plant selection through installation
- We maintain Northern California's largest inventory of rare specimens
- Our team includes certified horticulturists with specialized expertise
- We offer unique crane services for oversized plant installations
Services
Crane Service
Our Manitex 18-ton truck crane with 50' boom handles heavy plant installations up to 4,500 lbs. Available at $225/hour port-to-port with 2-hour minimum. Custom lowboy trailers transport oversized specimens 45-60' lengths. Professional operators ensure safe delivery and placement of large specimens.
Landscape Design
Award-winning designer Dale Motiska creates custom tropical landscapes featuring rare palms, cycads, and exotic plants. Services include site consultations, detailed plans, and project management. Our 28-acre showcase garden demonstrates our expertise in transforming properties into subtropical retreats with water features and specimen plantings.
Plant Consultation
Expert guidance for selecting appropriate plant species based on climate and site conditions. $90/hour for standard consultations or $110/hour for manager-led tree-moving projects. Services include plant inventory assessments, maintenance recommendations, and integration of rare specimens into existing landscapes.
Delivery Service
Local deliveries within Solano County start at $40 for Vacaville. Regional deliveries to Davis and Vallejo range $85-95. Crane deliveries for containers over 24" cost $220/hour with 2-hour minimum. Van deliveries include curbside drop only; larger items require specialized crane transport.
Specimen Installation
Professional installation of rare and exotic plants across California. Services include site preparation, proper planting techniques, and post-installation care guidance. Our team handles specimens of all sizes, from small shrubs to mature trees requiring crane assistance for proper placement.
People
Dale Motiska
Owner/Designer
Certified horticulturist with 28 years of experience creating award-winning tropical landscapes. Specializes in rare palm and cycad cultivation. Leads design and installation teams for large-scale projects across California.
Questions
What types of plants do you specialize in?
We specialize in rare and exotic subtropical plants including cycads, palms, bamboo, succulents, and flowering trees. Our inventory features both common and hard-to-find specimens for unique landscape designs.
Do you offer delivery and installation services?
Yes, we provide delivery throughout California with specialized crane services for oversized plants. Our team handles complete installation including site preparation and proper planting techniques.
Can I visit the nursery in person?
The nursery is open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm and Sunday 10am-3pm. We recommend calling ahead for availability of specific plants and to schedule consultations with our design team.
Do you work on commercial landscaping projects?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients across California. Our team handles projects of all sizes from small gardens to large-scale developments with specialized plant requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We provide plants and services throughout California, with delivery capabilities extending to all regions of the state. Our design and installation teams work on projects statewide.
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