Where to Buy Plants, Trees, and Garden Supplies
If you’re a homeowner exploring these nurseries and planning to purchase plants yourself, we’re always happy to support the next step. Whether that means helping with plant layout, preparing the soil, or installing everything in a way that allows it to establish well over time, we can step in wherever it makes sense for your project.
As an industry insider in Seattle’s vibrant landscaping scene, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with and observing the work of numerous local nurseries.
Through our work in landscapes across the Seattle area, we’ve had the opportunity to source plants from many of these nurseries and build relationships with the people behind them. This guide brings together some of the best nurseries in Seattle, highlighting where each one stands out—whether you’re planning a full landscape installation or looking for plants for your home garden.
We’ve organized this list into wholesale nurseries and retail nurseries, so you can quickly find what fits your needs.
How to Choose the Right Nursery in Seattle
Not all nurseries serve the same purpose. Some are geared toward contractors and large-scale installations, while others are designed for homeowners exploring plants for their space.
When choosing a nursery, consider:
- Wholesale vs. retail access
- Plant focus (native, ornamental, indoor, seasonal)
- Project size (bulk orders vs. small purchases)
- Location and convenience
In many cases, the right nursery depends on how you plan to use your landscape—whether you’re building something new or adding to what’s already there.
Wholesale Nurseries in the Seattle Area
These wholesale nurseries primarily work with landscape contractors like Seattle Sustainable Landscapes and are typically not open to the public. They play a key role in sourcing plant material for larger landscape projects.
This list is based on industry experience, local familiarity, and the unique strengths each nursery offers. It’s not sponsored.
Clarks Native Trees (Arlington, WA)
Website: https://clarksnativetrees.com/
Clarks Native Trees is a wonderful native-focused wholesale nursery. We love their mission as it closely aligns with our priorities. The only issue is that they are further away than many of our partners.
Country Green Farms: Sod Grower (Olympia, WA)
Website: https://www.countrygreen.net/
Sod Grower
Country Green Farms is the premier grass and sod grower in the greater Seattle Area. The quality is second to none, and there are other providers with quite poor quality. While we do not install much sod, when we do, it is Country Green Farms exclusively. They provide quality delivery services as well.
Hima Nursery (Everett, WA)
Best For: Native plants and larger-caliper trees
Access: By appointment (wholesale)
Hima Nursery focuses on cultivating a wide selection of Pacific Northwest native plants, while also offering ornamental grasses, shrubs, trees, and perennials. Their inventory spans a range of container sizes—from 1-gallon to 20-gallon plants—as well as larger balled and burlapped (B&B) trees grown at their Everett farm, typically ranging from 1″ to 6″ caliper.
Their operation is appointment-based, allowing for a more intentional and project-focused approach. For larger plant selections, they can provide photos, coordinate tree tagging, and arrange delivery or pickup. Their emphasis on native plant material and scalable inventory makes them a valuable resource for landscape projects that prioritize both ecological fit and long-term structure.
Northwest Nurseries (Redmond, WA)
Website: https://www.nwnurseries.com/
Northwest Nurseries is our personal favorite wholesale nursery. They are smaller than some of the other players in the Greater Seattle area, but the staff is wonderful and very flexible to accommodate any requirements that we have for your project.
Pac West Wholesale (Delivery Only)
Website: https://www.pacwestwholesale.com/
Pac West Wholesale is one of the more unique wholesale plant partners that we have because they are a delivery-only company. What is special about their operations is that they drive down to Oregon to gain access to 100s of growers in the region. They are a very lean operation so we love to use them for our large installations because they have access to a vast array of inventory without the overhead of a more traditional nursery. Some are concerned about not being able to physically see or touch the material before making an order, but we’ve been consistently impressed by the quality and service.
Plants Northwest (Redmond, WA)
Website: https://www.plantsnorthwest.net/
Plants Northwest is a large wholesale nursery, it is technically in Redmond but feels like Woodinville as it is right next to the wonderful Woodinville winery scene. Huge selection of plants and trees, a great option as a wholesale Nursery in the Greater Seattle area.
Puget Sound Plants (Redmond, WA)
Website: https://www.psplants.com/
Puget Sound Plants is another one of our favorite Seattle-area nurseries. They have a wonderful staff that is dedicated to supporting the landscaping industry to thrive here in Seattle. One thing that is special about them is the amount of plant material that they grow and propagate themselves. Pretty amazing multi-location operation.
T&L Nursery (Redmond, WA)
Website: https://www.tandlnursery.com/
Wholesale Nursery focused on Annuals, Perennials, and Color.
T&L is our favorite wholesale Nursery for color. They have an amazing selection of flowers, perennials, annuals, and small shrubs. They are a wonderful resource for us as we design your garden and include pops of color throughout your ideal landscape.
Wetlands and Woodlands (Snohomish, WA)
Website: https://wetlandswoodlands.com/
Best For: Full-service plant sourcing and contractor support
Wetlands and Woodlands operates as a horticultural distribution center, offering landscape professionals a reliable, one-stop resource for plant material and project needs. Their strength lies not only in their inventory, but in their ability to source specific plants when needed—helping projects move forward without unnecessary delays.
Retail Nurseries in Seattle
Now we get to the recommendations for the Best Nurseries in Seattle that also sell direct to consumers or retail. We have used them on occasion for small orders where convenience is most important. They are also great areas for Homeowners to spend time enjoying the wonderful plant species that are available.
These Seattle plant nurseries and garden centers are open to homeowners and are great places to explore plant selections, get inspiration, and find materials for DIY projects. Again, this isn’t a sponsored list.
Flower World (Snohomish, WA)
Website: https://www.flowerworldusa.com/
Location: 9322 196th St SE, Snohomish, WA 98296
Retail and Wholesale Nursery
Flower World’s reputation speaks for itself, a massive retail nursery. It is a trek from Seattle but worth the trip! This must be the largest retail nursery in the Greater Seattle area. A must visit for plant enthusiasts.
Go Natives! Nursery (Shoreline, WA)
Website: https://gonativesnursery.com/
Location: 2112 NW 199th St, Shoreline, WA 98177
Go Natives! This is a wonderful nursery that focuses on native plantings for the Seattle area! Wonderful mission, helpful people!
Rosso Gardens (Tukwila, WA)
Website: https://www.rossogardens.com/
Location: 12525 E Marginal Way S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Specialties: Retail and Wholesale Nursery
Rosso Gardens is lovely, so lush with a densely packed nursery; we were fortunate to find them through a client. They wanted two stunning Mimosa trees; it was a lovely touch to their new landscape. Wonderful boutique nursery.
Sky Nursery (Shoreline, WA)
Website: https://www.skynursery.com/
Location: 18528 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Sky Nursery is a lovely venue. For anyone in North Seattle, stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and wander through the lovely views and smells.
Swansons (Seattle, WA)
Website: https://www.swansonsnursery.com/
Location: 9701 15th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
Specialties: Retail and Wholesale Nursery
This is my favorite retail nursery in Northwest Seattle. It is definitely worth a visit, great people, interesting features, and a lovely cafe! A wonderful place to spend a weekend afternoon or work remotely.
West Seattle Nursery (Seattle, WA)
Website:https://www.westseattlenursery.com/
Location: 5275 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136
Retail Nursery West Seattle Nursery has a wonderful selection of indoor and outdoor plants as well as beautiful planters, books, and gifts. They have something for every kind of plant lover. And they have a coffee bar!
Zenith Holland Gardens (Des Moines, WA)
Website: https://www.zenithholland.com/
Location: 23260 Marine View Dr S, Des Moines, WA 98198
Zenith Holland is our favorite retail nursery on the Southwest End of Seattle. A great visit if you are coming from West Seattle and nice excuse to spend some time in the quaint town of Des Moines, truly lovely!
Nurseries by Specialty
Best Customer Service
- Puget Sound Plants
- Northwest Nurseries
Best for Native Plants
- HIMA Nursery
- Go Natives!
- Clarks Native Trees
Best for Color and Seasonal Plants
- T&L Nursery
- Flower World
Best for Trees and Large Inventory
- Plants Northwest
- Flower World
Best for Large-Scale Project
- Pac West Wholesale
- Puget Sound Plants
- Wetlands and Woodlands
Best for Retail Experience
- Swansons
- Sky Nursery
- West Seattle Nursery
What to Expect When Visiting a Seattle Nursery
Nursery inventory in Seattle shifts throughout the seasons. Spring tends to offer the widest selection, while fall is often ideal for planting. Many nurseries also reflect the natural rhythm of the region, with plant availability changing based on growing cycles.
Visiting in person often provides a better sense of plant quality, scale, and how selections might work together in a landscape.
Final Thoughts on Seattle Nurseries
Each nursery plays a different role in the broader Seattle landscaping ecosystem. Some are focused on growing and supplying plants at scale, while others create spaces for people to explore and connect with planting more directly.
The right choice often depends on your project, your timeline, and how you want your outdoor space to evolve.
Planning a Planting Project in Seattle?
If you’re thinking about adding plants to your landscape or starting a new project, we’re always happy to help you think through the possibilities—from plant selection to how everything comes together over time.
- Explore our landscape design and planting services in Seattle
Or simply reach out. We’re happy to start a conversation.
