Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Rare Plants in Sebastopol
Peacock Horticultural Nursery was founded in 2001 by Robert Peacock, a dedicated horticulturist with decades of experience in landscaping and plant cultivation. Our Sebastopol, California nursery specializes in curating a diverse collection of rare and unusual plants suited for Northern California climates, including shade-loving specimens, Australian natives, and drought-tolerant varieties. We provide personalized shopping experiences through appointment-only visits, allowing customers to explore our two-acre property featuring meandering garden paths and curated plant displays.Our expertise extends to hard-to-find species like variegated foliage plants, collector-grade specimens, and specialized gardening solutions for both casual gardeners and professional landscapers. With a commitment to quality and customer education, we offer artisan pottery, gardening supplies, and expert guidance to help clients create thriving outdoor spaces.
Services
Rare Plants
Shade-Loving Plants
Indoor Plants
Gift Certificates
Appointment Shopping
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Specializing in rare plants suited for Northern California climates
- Offering personalized appointments for tailored gardening guidance
- Curating 10,000+ sq ft of shaded garden display areas
- Providing 10% botanical garden member discounts
- Maintaining 25+ years of specialized horticultural expertise
What people say
Amazing plant selection
Expert horticultural knowledge
Beautiful garden displays
Great gift options
Personalized service
Services
Rare Plants
We offer an extensive collection of uncommon plants including variegated foliage specimens, collector-grade species, and drought-tolerant varieties. Our inventory features over 1,000 unique plant types sourced globally, with particular expertise in Australian natives and Northern California climate-adapted species. Each plant receives specialized care and cultivation to ensure optimal health and growth potential for your garden.
Shade-Loving Plants
Our shade plant selection includes specialized collections of ferns, hostas, and woodland species suited for low-light environments. We provide expert guidance on creating thriving shade gardens with unique combinations of texture and color. Current favorites include Podophyllum Spotty Dotty and Conigramme Golden Zebra, with seasonal availability of both common and rare shade-tolerant varieties.
Indoor Plants
The nursery features a curated selection of indoor plants including air plants, bromeliads, and low-maintenance varieties for home environments. Our indoor shop also offers artisan pottery and decorative containers to complement your houseplant collection. We provide care instructions and lighting recommendations to help maintain healthy indoor plant displays year-round.
Gift Certificates
We offer both physical and electronic gift certificates for plant lovers, available in customizable amounts. Our eGift cards provide instant delivery via email with personalized recipient details. Gift card holders can choose from our complete inventory of plants, gardening supplies, and artisan goods during their appointment shopping visit.
Appointment Shopping
Our appointment-based shopping system allows personalized access to the nursery grounds with 30-minute time slots available. Visitors receive undivided attention from our staff for plant selection guidance and gardening advice. The system accommodates small groups while maintaining a relaxed environment for exploring our two-acre property and garden displays.
People
Robert Peacock
Owner/Nurseryman
Robert Peacock founded the nursery in 2001 after 20+ years as a professional landscaper. He specializes in plant propagation and collection, with expertise in Northern California climate-adapted species. His passion for unusual plants drives the nursery's unique inventory and educational approach to horticulture.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment at the nursery?
Appointments can be booked through our website, Instagram, or Facebook page. We use Square software allowing bookings up to two weeks in advance with 30-minute time slots available.
What types of plants are available at your nursery?
We specialize in rare and unusual plants including Australian natives, shade-loving specimens, succulents, and Northern California climate-adapted species. Our inventory changes seasonally with regular new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, and our own gift cards. Payments can be made in person or through our online appointment system.
Do you offer shipping for purchased plants?
Unfortunately, we do not provide shipping services. All plants must be picked up during your scheduled appointment at our Sebastopol location.
Are gift cards available for purchase?
Yes, we offer both physical gift cards available at the nursery and electronic gift cards that can be purchased and delivered online through our Square platform.
What makes your nursery different from others?
We focus on curating rare and unusual plant varieties not typically found in conventional nurseries, with specialized expertise in variegated foliage plants and Northern California climate-adapted species.
