Business Details
28 Years
experience
California Native Plants Nursery in Chico
Floral Native Nursery has been cultivating and supplying California native plants for commercial and residential applications since 1998. Our expertise in propagating indigenous species from seeds and cuttings supports ecological restoration, sustainable landscaping, and private gardening. Located in Chico, California, we combine scientific knowledge with hands-on experience to provide plants suited to Northern California's diverse ecosystems.Our team collaborates with environmental organizations and academic institutions to refine propagation techniques while maintaining a retail nursery offering over 150 plant species. We serve contractors, landscape architects, and individual gardeners seeking regionally appropriate vegetation solutions.
Services
Native Plant Nursery
Habitat Restoration
Wholesale Plants
Retail Sales
Contract Growing
Seed Collection
Erosion Control
Wildflower Mixes
Mycorrhizae Inoculants
Planting Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We specialize in California native plant propagation since 1998
- We offer 150+ indigenous plant species for diverse applications
- Our contract growing services handle orders from 20 to 200,000 plants
- Our Chico nursery provides expert guidance for Northern California ecosystems
- We collaborate with environmental organizations and academic institutions
Services
Native Plant Nursery
Our nursery cultivates over 150 California native plant species for ecological restoration and landscaping. We propagate indigenous trees, shrubs, and grasses using sustainable methods that preserve regional biodiversity. Our inventory includes drought-tolerant and deer-resistant varieties suited to Northern California's ecosystems.
Habitat Restoration
We provide large-scale native plant solutions for restoring damaged ecosystems. Our contract growing services handle orders from 20 to 200,000 plants, specializing in re-establishing natural habitats through regionally appropriate vegetation that supports local wildlife and biodiversity.
Wholesale Distribution
Our wholesale operations supply regional nurseries and growers with California native plants for landscaping projects. We offer volume pricing for commercial applications including school grounds, parks, roadways, and residential developments requiring drought-tolerant vegetation solutions.
Retail Sales
We operate a retail nursery open six days weekly featuring 150 native plant species. Customers can browse our inventory of indigenous trees, shrubs, and wildflowers including popular varieties like redbud and matilija poppy, with expert guidance available for selection and planting.
Seed Collection
Our specialized seed collection services support custom plant propagation projects. We gather native seeds for contract grows, ensuring genetic diversity and regional adaptation in restoration projects while maintaining strict quality control throughout the propagation process.
People
Germain Boivin
Founder
Germain Boivin established Floral Native Nursery in 1998 after discovering California's native flora in 1991. With expertise developed through collaborations with academic institutions and plant societies, he continues active involvement in nursery operations.
Zeb Puterbaugh
Owner
Zeb Puterbaugh purchased the nursery in 2012 after years as an employee. He maintains the business's commitment to native plant propagation while continuing Germain Boivin's legacy of ecological stewardship and sustainable horticultural practices.
Questions
What types of California native plants do you offer?
We offer over 150 species including trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and grasses like redbud, matilija poppy, and deergrass. Our inventory includes drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and pollinator-friendly varieties.
Do you sell plants for large-scale restoration projects?
Yes, our contract growing services handle orders from 20 to 200,000 plants for habitat restoration and ecosystem recovery projects across Northern California.
Can I purchase plants for my home garden?
Our retail nursery offers native plants six days weekly. We have 150 species available for home gardeners, including demonstration gardens and reference materials for landscape planning.
Do you provide planting and care instructions?
We recommend planting in fall/winter with proper drainage. Our staff provides guidance on using mycorrhizae inoculants and appropriate watering techniques for establishing native plants.
What wholesale options are available?
We supply regional nurseries and growers with wholesale native plants for landscaping projects. Contact us for volume pricing on commercial quantities for parks, schools, and residential developments.
How are your plants propagated?
We propagate plants through seeds and cuttings, maintaining genetic diversity and regional adaptation. Our methods ensure plants are well-suited to Northern California's ecosystems and growing conditions.
